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Neville Raath was raised on a farm in the Britstown district, where his early exposure to agriculture—particularly the cultivation of lucerne on the Smartt Syndicate as part of his father’s operation—sparked a lifelong passion for crop production.
He completed his MSc Agric degree at Stellenbosch University, where he researched the allelopathic effects of wheat straw on yield and quality under different soil preparation systems. His professional journey began as a researcher at the Western Cape Department of Agriculture at Elsenburg, during the rise of conservation agriculture in the region.
Neville’s interest in the broader agricultural sector led him to the former Western Cape Agricultural Union (now Agri Western Cape), where he served as Secretary of Industry Services. This role allowed him to build lasting relationships across farming organizations and leadership structures. However, his desire to work more closely with practical farming soon drew him back into the field.
He joined Kynoch Fertilizer as an agronomist in Heidelberg, Southern Cape, where he developed deep expertise in plant nutrition within the grain and pasture sectors. His position later evolved into a research-focused role, where he spent over 80% of his time conducting trials and generating field-based insights.
After 14 years in the fertilizer industry, Neville transitioned to Experico Agri-Research in Stellenbosch—a private agricultural research firm—where he led numerous client-directed trials. These included work on plant nutrition and biostimulants under both controlled and field conditions, and he eventually advanced to the role of Senior Researcher.
In 2021, he returned briefly to the fertilizer industry with Constantia Fertilizer, before rejoining Kynoch as a sales agent and later moving to Anorel, a Belgian company, where he worked on product trials for biostimulant registration.
Neville’s journey took a new turn when he joined Agrisell as a property agent. In this role, he combines decades of agricultural experience with a deep understanding of farming communities to assist clients in making informed and responsible land decisions. Given that farmland is often owned by multiple generations of a family, Neville sees his work as a trusted advisor in the buying and selling of farms as both a professional responsibility and a personal honor.
He feels truly at home at Agrisell, where he has found a team defined by friendliness, integrity, and support. Despite this being a new chapter, Neville is excited and optimistic about the road ahead.
Personal Life
Neville is married to Lizelle Roux, originally from Moorreesburg. Together they have three children:
- Theo, a helicopter pilot for the South African Air Force
- Ruan, a geologist working internationally, primarily in mining consulting
- Lizaan, a drama graduate and singer currently serving with YWAM as part of the Worship Team
Motto: “Truth surpasses reality.”
Our purpose
Agrisell strives to be the source of prime property in South Africa. Agrisell has been built on a foundation of solid values and this enables us to serve clients with integrity and excellence in a friendly, almost familial, environment. We strive to ensure our clients feel comfortable and welcome as soon as they meet us.
Our value proposition
Our value proposition is to deliver an incomparable service to sellers, aiding them in marketing and conversion of their biggest assets — immovable properties. We understand that this goes with all the memories and sometimes even family history. Furthermore, we undertake to assist buyers in identifying, negotiating, and obtaining their own potential greatest real estate resource.
The “Agrisell Story”
Inspired by his passion for farmers and their needs, Jannie Fourie founded Agrisell in 1998. The agency has since grown to be the proven leader in agricultural real estate services and boasts a client base of high profile international and local investors.
Agrisell offers:
- National footprint of knowledgeable agents.
- Agents working closely together to match buyers and sellers.
- It’s all about customer service.
- We offer a diverse property portfolio.
- Sales: Farms, smallholdings, residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
- Rentals: Long-term rentals as well as short-term holiday letting.
- Tenders: Confidential online tender platform.
- Auctions: Real time or timed online auctions.
CURRENCY PARTNERS
Currency Partners is South Africa’s largest private client foreign exchange intermediary. Whether you’re thinking of investing abroad, emigrating or buying overseas property they have the best pricing & service in the market. Choose Currency Partners for great savings and benefit from their Private Client solutions.
Why use Currency Partners?
- Their FX specialists are fluent in English, Afrikaans, German, and French.
- Paperless online process.
- Foreign Tax Clearance Certificates.
- SARB Exchange control applications.
- Cash management accounts.
- Rate alerts & automatic market orders.
- Inward transfers.
- Fully inclusive fee.
- Tax migration.
- Inheritance & Estate Late transfers.
Growbility Consulting
Looking for a First-Class business consultant? Growbility has a long-standing experience in the retail banking and finance industry.
Why use Growbility?
- They understand risk financing and the impact of seasonality in Agriculture.
- They bring together extensive experience from the banking sector.
- They are supported by a network of well-established and reputable businesses that are experts in their field.
- They have a passion for Agriculture and keeping families on their farms.
Their services include:
- Cash flow planning.
- Finance applications.
- Debt Management.
- Business plans.
- Strategic Planning.
- Succession Planning.
- Wealth Creation.
Multinet
Multinet is a recognised leader in bond origination. If you are looking to buy a home, Multinet can make it happen for you.
Why use Multinet?
- One consultant up to eight banks.
- One set of documents.
- One interview.
- Once source.
- SA’s only independent mortgage originator.
Momentum
Momentum is a financial services company and provider of healthcare, insurance, and investment solutions in South Africa. Agrisell is in partnership with Momentum to create financial wellbeing through real estate by promoting learning and literacy, with the ultimate goal of improving our clients’ financial well-being.
Why use Momentum?
- Life insurance – get a discounted quote today.
- Investments – start saving and achieve your goals.
- Medical Aid – get a quote and start saving today.
PALS
PALS (Partners in Agri Land Solutions) is a private land reform and development initiative. The key objective is to create an enabling environment to implement innovative land reform and inclusive agricultural growth that supports social harmony.
PALS offers:
- Innovative land reform.
- Communication / Public relations.
- Enablers for investment and economic growth.
- Supporting services.
- Community Development.
- Training/mentorship of emerging farmers.
Get in touch with our Strategic Partners
Guide to sell
Selling your farm can be a tricky and sometimes even traumatic experience. A farm is often a seller’s biggest asset and, therefore, has a huge influence on their financial future. Agrisell would like to take the stress out of the sale with our guide to the fundamentals of this process.
Guide to buy
Buying a farm is not something you do every day, so Agrisell has developed a guide to familiarise buyers with the process. A farm can be a valuable asset, with a huge influence on your lifestyle and financial future.
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