Acorn Agri & Food

Growing The Future

a purpose-driven investment vehicle committed to strengthening food security across Southern Africa

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R4,58bn

Fund Value

9

Portfolio Companies

Level 1

Fund Empowerment Status

It's not Land that produces food, it's Expertise

Acorn Agri & Food is a purpose driven investment vehicle dedicated to Southern Africa's agricultural and food sectors. We partner with producers, agribusinesses and food companies to strengthen food security and build economic resilience. Our diverse portfolio spans the full food supply chain, with every investment chosen to be robust, sustainable and built to last.

Our Values, designed for portfolio management

Trusted Relationships

Supportive Nature

Transparency

Fairness

Passion

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About

Acorn Agri & Food

Through strategic investments and active partnership, Acorn Agri & Food delivers excellent returns while supporting the backbone of our food economy – the producers. Our shares are publicly traded over-the-counter through our Share Administration Desk, facilitated by our Investor Platform, giving investors a unique opportunity to participate in a business model that combines operational expertise, financial discipline, and a clear vision for sustainable growth. We are dedicated to creating lasting value for shareholders and the agricultural community alike.

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100 Year History

1918

CRK (then CBKV) founded.

1926

BNK (then BBKV) founded.

2005

Merger between BNK and CRK to create Overberg Agri.

2014

Acorn Agri is founded and invests in Montagu, Overberg, BKB and Lesotho. Sanlam becomes a key shareholder in Acorn Agri.

2015

Overberg Agri invests in Moov and Agpack. Acorn Agri invests in Grassroots Group.

2016

Acorn Agri and Overberg Agri co-invest in ACG Fruit.

2017

African Rainbow Capital becomes a key shareholder in Acorn Agri.

2018

Merger between Overberg Agri and Acorn Agri.

2021

Acquisition of Kyron Group (now AAF Animal Health) and Bachmus Oil and Fuel.

2024

Acquisition of a stake in RSA Group, a fresh produce market agent operating across South Africa.

2026

Today, Acorn Agri & Food manages assets of approximately R4,58 billion and holds strategic interests in nine portfolio companies across the agricultural value chain, with a continued focus on innovation and sustainable growth in South Africa's agriculture and food sectors.

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