Our Story
Farmer’s Pride International (FPI) was founded on a visionary mission to transform agriculture from a traditional practice into a high-value industrial sector. Operating under Hunter’s Global Network Pty Ltd, we bridge the gap between rural production and global markets through strategic bio-industrialisation.
Our history is rooted in the belief that Africa needs more than just farmers; it needs agricultural industries. By integrating advanced technology, research, and training, we empower communities to scale their production and trade globally, ensuring a sustainable future for our continent.
Our Purpose & Values
Guided by a clear vision and a commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to transforming African agriculture into a global industrial powerhouse.
Vision
To lead the global transition of agriculture from traditional production to bio-industrialisation, ensuring Africa’s food systems are sustainable and globally competitive.
Mission
To empower farmers and communities through advanced research, technology integration, and strategic market integration, driving inclusive growth across our network.
Core Values
Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, and Global Impact. We uphold the highest standards of agricultural research and ethical business practices worldwide.
Leadership & Governance
Our leadership team brings decades of expertise in agro-industrialisation and global market integration to Farmer’s Pride International.
Dr. Thabo Mokoena
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
With over 25 years of experience in agricultural research and agribusiness, Dr. Mokoena leads FPI with a vision to industrialise African agriculture.
Sipho Mabaso
Chief Research Officer
Dr. Mabaso oversees our global research network, focusing on bio-industrialisation and sustainable agricultural practices for the next generation.
Thandiwe Dlamini
Chief Operations Officer
Thandiwe manages our global network of 48 countries, ensuring seamless integration of knowledge and production into global markets.
Strategic Roadmap 2025–2030
2025
Agro-Industrialisation
Scaling bio-industrial production and processing clusters to transform local harvests into high-value export products.
2026
Smart Agriculture
Deploying AI-driven precision agriculture and remote sensing technologies across 48 countries for maximum yield.
2027
Global Markets
Establishing direct trade partnerships and export logistics to integrate African agricultural products into global supply chains.
2028
Research Excellence
Deepening institutional research capacity through advanced bio-industrialisation and climate-resilient agriculture.
2029
Academy Integration
Full integration of the FPI Academy into the global network, providing institutional training for the next generation of leaders.
2030
Global Leadership
Positioning Farmer’s Pride International as the world’s leading institution for agricultural industrialisation and bio-industrialisation.