Reliable Energy for South African Agriculture | NAMPO 2026

From NAMPO 2026, Rentech Renewable Technologies shares insight into the growing role of reliable power in South African agriculture.

In this interview, Jaco Weideman, Business Manager of Rentech, discusses the long term financial and operational value of solar energy for South African farmers. As farming operations continue to face pressure from rising input costs, electricity price increases, supply interruptions, and the need to keep operations running efficiently, the feature explores how correctly engineered solar systems can help farmers reduce electricity costs, improve energy resilience, and reinvest savings back into their operations.

Weideman also highlights Rentech’s strong partnership with Willard Batteries and the AutoX group, which supports Rentech’s ability to deliver trusted energy storage solutions backed by a long standing South African brand.

For farmers, well designed solar solutions are more than an environmental consideration. They are a long term investment in productivity, resilience, and sustainable operational performance.