Ten agricultural professionals. Ten different stories. One coveted title. The stage is set for Agri’s Got Talent 2026, with the competition’s top 10 finalists now confirmed.
From fruit farms in the Langkloof and citrus orchards in the Western Cape to vineyards and export businesses, this year’s finalists represent the people behind South Africa’s agricultural industry – and they’re about to show that their talents extend well beyond the farm, packhouse or office.
Agri’s Got Talent 2026 is sponsored by the Citrus Growers’ Association, Hortgro, SATI, South Africa Wine and the Western Cape department of agriculture. Food For Mzansi is the official media partner.
The finalists will head to Paarl in the Western Cape on Sunday, 11 October for an intensive week of training, development and preparation before taking the stage at the Grand Finale.
While singing and performance are at the heart of the competition, Agri’s Got Talent is about much more than finding the best voice.
Are you ready to meet the top 10?
1. Rochelle Erasmus – Lanko, Joubertina
Representing Lanko in Joubertina, Rochelle is one of this year’s finalists from the Langkloof. She’ll be trading the familiar surroundings of the agricultural workplace for the bright lights of the stage as she takes on the challenge of competing for the 2026 title.
2. Eljoray Hector – Piekenierskloof Vrugte, Citrusdal
From Piekenierskloof Vrugte in Citrusdal, Eljoray Hector brings her talent to a competition that celebrates the people who keep agriculture moving. She is among the finalists and now has a week to sharpen her performance and prepare for the big night.
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3. Jakob Jonkers – De Keur, Op Die Berg, Ceres
Ceres will be represented by Jakob Jonkers of De Keur in Op Die Berg. His selection puts him among the 10 agricultural professionals who have made it through to the final stage of this year’s competition.
4. Marelda Kannemeyer – Monteith Trust, Grabouw
Marelda Kannemeyer, from Monteith Trust in Grabouw, is another finalist bringing the energy of the agricultural sector to the Agri’s Got Talent stage. She’ll now get the chance to develop her performance and confidence ahead of the Grand Finale.
5. Honey Katoo – Endulini Fruit, Patensie
Honey Katoo represents Endulini Fruit in Patensie. Her journey to the Top 10 is now set to continue with a week of intensive preparation, where she’ll join the other finalists in honing their performances and developing their skills.
6. Lwandile Nantsi – Laastedrif, Ceres
Lwandile Nantsi of Laastedrif in Ceres is also through to the Top 10. With Ceres represented by two finalists this year, the town will have plenty of reason to cheer when the finalists take to the stage.
7. Gerald Reens – Le Roux & Fourie Vignerons, Robertson
Gerald Reens, from Le Roux & Fourie Vignerons in Robertson, will bring his talent to the Grand Finale. As one of the 10 finalists, he’ll spend the week in Paarl preparing for an evening where agricultural talent takes centre stage.
8. Clareece Vlotmat – Wolfpack, Wolseley
Wolseley’s Clareece Vlotmat of Wolfpack has secured her place among this year’s finalists. She’ll now have the opportunity to work with professional coaches before facing the judges and audience at Rusticana.
9. Marilyn Louis – United Exports, Worcester
Marilyn Louis represents United Exports in Worcester and is part of a diverse Top 10 drawn from agricultural businesses across the Western Cape and beyond. Her next stop is Paarl, where the finalists will spend a week preparing for the competition’s biggest night.
10. Justin Witbooi – Kromco, Grabouw
Justin Witbooi of Kromco in Grabouw rounds out the 2026 Top 10. He joins a group of finalists who have already made it through a competitive selection process and will now battle it out for the Agri’s Got Talent title.
For the finalists, the journey does not simply mean learning how to perform under the spotlight.
The top 10 will receive professional voice and stage coaching to help them refine their performances and build confidence. They will also take part in a personal development programme facilitated by a social worker from Procare.
The programme will cover practical skills such as financial literacy, communication, conflict resolution and building self-confidence.
According to Agri’s Got Talent project manager Thea van Zyl, the goal is to ensure that the experience has an impact long after the final song has been sung.
“Agri’s Got Talent is about so much more than music. While we want to give our finalists the opportunity to showcase their talent, we also want to equip them with the skills, confidence and resilience to thrive both on and off the stage.”
Thea van Zyl
Van Zyl says the hope is that the finalists return to their workplaces and communities as confident role models who can inspire others and make a positive difference.
The finalists’ employers have also played an important role by supporting their employees throughout the competition.
Who will be crowned Agri’s Got Talent 2026? The answer will be revealed on Friday, 16 October, when the top 10 take to the stage at Rusticana in Klapmuts, Western Cape for the grand finale.
The evening promises music, performances and plenty of agricultural pride as the finalists compete for the coveted Agri’s Got Talent 2026 title. The grand finale starts at 18:30 for 19:00, with tickets costing just R50.
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