Q&A with Changemakers Honoured at 2026 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event
Farmers Magazine | 02.04.2026 19:29
The 2026 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event celebrated the people, passion, and progress shaping South Africa’s wine industry—an industry rooted in over 360 years of winemaking heritage, with an estimated 17 million glasses of South African wine enjoyed globally every day. This year, five industry leaders were honoured for their contributions reflecting resilience, innovation, and inclusivity: the Retief family of Van Loveren received the 1659 Award for Visionary Leadership; Denzel Swarts was recognised in the Growing Inclusivity category; Pieter Ferreira in Wine Advancement; Charl Theron in Viti- and Viniculture; and Wilfred Fortuin in the Wine Agri-Worker category.
