core business
Vision & Mission
Our vision is to be the leading South African producer and distributor of superior fruit and vegetables.
Our mission is to produce, pack, market and distribute quality fresh produce in a sustainable manner, to the satisfaction of our clients and other stakeholders.
OUR PEOPLE
CORE VALUES
Reliabilty
Integrity, Respect
& Honesty
Loyalty
Support, Faithful
& Dedication
orderliness
Discipline, Purpose
& Structure
Dignity
Consideration, Care
& Recognition
PRODUCTION AREAS
From Our Farms to Your Tables
Dutoit has almost 5 000 hectares of fruit and vegetables under irrigation in the Warm and Koue Bokkeveld, the Berg River and Sandveld regions as well as in the Langkloof, Eastern Cape.
OUR FARMS
Environmental Stewardship
Dutoit acts as custodians of the environment and is committed to the management of biodiversity, the responsible use of natural resources and the minimizing and responsible handling of waste. Risk areas are identified and measures implemented to minimize environmental pollution.
RESPONSIBLE FARMING
Care For Mother Earth and She Will Care for You
RESPONSIBLE FARMING
Wagenboom Nature Reserve, situated in the Tandfontein Estate, have received the Award for Best Stewardship Site – Biodiversity Conservation from Cape Nature. According to the adjudicators, Wagenboom Nature Reserve stood out because of it’s significant contribution towards the conservation of species, habitat, systems and vegetation types.
The conservation area on the estate is 4420ha in extent and consists of several vegetation types, most notably Koue Bokkeveld Alluvium Fynbos which is Endangered and Koue Bokkeveld Shale Fynbos which is vulnerable.
In a highly productive agricultural landscape such as the Koue Bokkeveld these extensive and diverse lowland areas are very important contributors towards ecosystem services such as water purification and as a habitat for pollinators.
RESPONSIBLE FARMING
PROTECTED SPECIES
Several threatened species, including 95% of the global population of Leucadendron sericeum which is Critically Endangered, 10% of the Protea Family consisting of 36 Protea species, the Critically Endangered Twee River Redfin and Twee River Galaxia fish species are all dependant on this property to secure its future habitat.
Sustainable Farming
At Dutoit, sustainability has been a priority for decades. The company has established an innovation hub focusing on soil health and water usage as part of our sustainable practices. By optimizing water use and implementing a retention strategy, Dutoit ensures sustainable water management year-round.
To tackle South Africa’s unstable power supply and to embrace clean power usage, Dutoit has embraced solar energy, generating 4,698 kWp across its operations and planning further expansions to reduce our carbon footprint, with renewable energy. Key partners like Ceres Koelkamers and Cape Fruit Coolers are also adopting solar solutions, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainability.
Innovation
At Dutoit, our commitment to innovation ensures our customers receive the best products. We employ advanced agricultural techniques like drones to monitor tree health and GPS-equipped fertiliser applicators for precise nourishment. Our orchards are equipped with shade nets, reflective materials, and defoliation machines to enhance fruit quality.
Our hand-thinning and handpicking processes ensure optimal sunlight and size for each fruit. We take great care during harvesting to prevent damage, employing quality controllers and specialised transportation methods to maintain top standards.
We also educate our customers on proper fruit care, ensuring the quality is preserved from our orchards to your table. Enjoy the exceptional taste of our meticulously nurtured fruit and vegetables!
