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When you work with Platinum Agri, you work with passionate professionals who have in-depth knowledge of the immediate and broader challenges of the agricultural industry. Our team will advise you on the best multi-risk, hail and asset insurance.  They will provide you and your family support throughout the process of obtaining insurance.

Madelle-van-Schalkwyk
Madelle van Schalkwyk Director
Charlene-Marais
Charlene Marais Administration Manager
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The best way to predict the future is to create it. Invest in peace of mind; ask a Platinum Agri broker how you can spread risk with various insurance options.

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Madelle Van Schalkwyk

Director

Madelle is the Director of Platinum Agri.

She’s been in the Industry for 15 years and worked for companies such as Acua Brokers and Standard Bank Insurance Brokers.

Contact Madelle for advice on Crop Insurance Countrywide.

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Charlene Marais

Administration Manager

Charlene Marais joined our team in 2015 after many years of experience in the long-term insurance industry. She is our Administration Manager, but also answers any queries relating to crop insurance.

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Did You Know?

  • Crop insurance in South Africa started in 1929 by a group of farmers in the Eastern Free State.

    Crop insurance in South Africa started in 1929 by a group of farmers in the Eastern Free State.

  • The UN Report, Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability, shows that Africa’s agricultural productivity growth has reduced by 34% since 1961. This is more than any other region.

    The UN Report, Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability, shows that Africa’s agricultural productivity growth has reduced by 34% since 1961. This is more than any other region.

  • In 2022, Grain SA reported that 20% of grain producers in South Africa lost more than 60% of their white maize plantings to water damage.

    In 2022, Grain SA reported that 20% of grain producers in South Africa lost more than 60% of their white maize plantings to water damage.

  • It's estimated that only 30% of South Africa’s R2.5 billion annual crop industry is typically insured.

    It's estimated that only 30% of South Africa’s R2.5 billion annual crop industry is typically insured.