Farmer registration
Farmers submit production capacity, location, product sizes, packaging capability and availability for supplier-network assessment.
Register as a farmer → Gauteng-based · Nationwide supply
Connecting farms to trusted business markets across South Africa.
FarmLink Distribution links egg producers with retailers, wholesalers, bakeries, restaurants, caterers and institutions through structured sourcing, commercial coordination and reliable distribution.
300K+LinkedIn followers
75M+365-day post impressions
70K+TikTok followers
Built for farmers. Designed for business.
- Supplier registration and verification
- Business buyer onboarding
- Bulk order coordination
- Nationwide market access
Market accessReliable coordinationCommercial supplyNationwide reachFarmer partnerships
About FarmLink
A disciplined route from farm production to commercial demand.
FarmLink Distribution is a Gauteng-based agricultural market-access and distribution business serving customers nationwide.
We register farmers, understand available production, profile business demand, coordinate quotations and support the movement of products from approved suppliers to commercial buyers. Our objective is to make agricultural trade more structured, visible and dependable.
Operating structureA division of Makwande Chemicals (Pty) Ltd
Rural-to-market infrastructureScalable operations designed around real demand.
Our services
Commercial services for suppliers and buyers.
Each service is designed to reduce friction between producers, procurement teams and delivery requirements.
Business registration
Retailers, food-service businesses and institutions create buyer profiles for quotations, recurring supply and scheduled delivery.
Register a business →Bulk order requests
Buyers submit exact quantities, preferred packaging, delivery locations and required dates for commercial review and quotation.
Request an order →Distribution coordination
FarmLink aligns confirmed demand, supplier capacity, transport arrangements, documentation and delivery schedules.
View our operating model →World-class operating model
Quality, control and traceability at every stage.
Our planned operating framework combines structured administration, supplier data, quality checks and coordinated fulfilment.
Sorting and packagingConsistent grading, presentation and order preparation.
Administration and controlOrders, suppliers, inventory and delivery coordination.
Quality assurancePlanned testing, traceability and documented controls.
Facility images illustrate FarmLink's intended future operating standard and development vision.
Founder & Chief Executive OfficerMakwande Gcora
Executive leadership
Engineering discipline. Entrepreneurial execution. National ambition.
Makwande Gcora is a chemical engineer, entrepreneur and business leader focused on building commercially viable enterprises that create market access, skills development and employment opportunities.
As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Makwande Chemicals (Pty) Ltd and Makwande Careers, he has developed experience across chemical manufacturing, business development, enterprise partnerships, recruitment, graduate placement and digital audience growth. Through FarmLink Distribution, he is applying this cross-sector experience to agricultural supply chains.
His vision is to establish a technology-enabled distribution network that connects emerging and established farmers with reliable commercial markets, while creating practical roles for graduates in logistics, procurement, quality assurance, administration, sales and data operations.
“Every capable farmer should have a route to market, and every business buyer should have access to a dependable supply partner.”
Makwande GcoraFounder & Chief Executive Officer
Digital market influence
A distribution brand supported by substantial audience reach.
FarmLink can use an established professional and social-media audience to recruit farmers, reach commercial buyers, promote opportunities and support partner visibility across South Africa.
Head office marketGautengCoordinating supply nationwide
Membership and market access
Choose the level of support that fits your operation.
Core registration remains free. Paid plans are optional and designed for members who need priority support, stronger visibility or dedicated account management.
For farmers
Supplier network plans
Free
R0/monthStandard Farmer
- Supplier registration and profile review
- Access to matched buyer enquiries
- Standard market-access support
- FarmLink supplier-network listing
Priority support
Premium
R99/monthPremium Farmer
- Everything in Standard Farmer
- Priority consideration for suitable buyer opportunities
- Featured supplier profile on FarmLink channels
- Monthly market and demand updates
- Dedicated account-support contact
For business buyers
Procurement support plans
Free
R0/monthStandard Buyer
- Business buyer registration
- Bulk quotation requests
- Supply availability checks
- Standard order coordination
Procurement priority
Premium
R199/monthPremium Buyer
- Everything in Standard Buyer
- Priority supply allocation where stock is available
- Dedicated account manager
- Recurring procurement planning
- Monthly supply and market updates
Optional media services
Promote your farm or agricultural business through FarmLink's digital audience.
Campaigns are reviewed before publication and scheduled after approval and payment.
Affordable launch pricing for South African farmers and businesses. Registration remains free, and premium services are billed only after approval. Service scope, availability and renewal terms are confirmed in writing before payment.
Pricing and payments
Clear commercial terms before any product moves.
FarmLink confirms the product price, distribution margin, logistics cost and payment terms on a formal quotation or invoice.
Product and distribution pricing
Buyers receive a consolidated price that may include the farmer's supply price, FarmLink's distribution margin and agreed logistics costs.
Delivery and logistics
Transport may be included in the quotation or shown separately based on route, volume, vehicle requirement and delivery frequency.
Buyer payment
Approved orders are paid by EFT or bank transfer using the banking details shown on the official FarmLink invoice. PayShap may be accepted where confirmed by the accounts team.
Farmer settlement
Approved suppliers are paid by bank transfer after the agreed delivery, acceptance and supporting documents have been verified.
Standard order workflow
- Submit an order or procurement requirement.
- Receive a written quotation and payment terms.
- Accept the quotation and pay the required deposit or invoice.
- FarmLink confirms supply, collection and delivery.
- Delivery is completed and the transaction is closed.
Account terms
- New and once-off buyers normally pay before delivery.
- Deposits may be required for large or scheduled orders.
- Seven-day or 30-day accounts are considered only after business and credit approval.
- No payment should be made to personal accounts or banking details not shown on an official FarmLink document.
Controlled onboarding
How the FarmLink process works.
Submit your profile
Complete the farmer, buyer or bulk-order form with accurate commercial details.
Review and verification
FarmLink assesses capacity, requirements, location and supporting information.
Supply and demand match
Confirmed buyer requirements are aligned with suitable available suppliers.
Quotation and fulfilment
Pricing, terms and logistics are confirmed before collection or delivery.
Registration and order portal
Start a commercial conversation with FarmLink.
Choose the correct form. Your submission opens a structured WhatsApp message to the FarmLink team. Membership applications are reviewed before invoicing, and no payment is collected directly on this page.
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FarmersApply to join the supplier network.
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Business buyersRegister for procurement support.
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Bulk customersRequest pricing and availability.
Call or WhatsApp+27 77 457 3727Gauteng · Nationwide supply