We are Blydevallei

Every season, out of Hoedspruit’s deep brown soil, citrus blossoms appear. A small white flower makes its way up towards the clear blue sky. In the same way, in October 1993, the concept to farm in Hoedspruit blossomed out of the mind of Pieter Scholtz  and became what we witness today

As food production is essential for a sustainable world, our goal is to produce healthy and quality fruit for the Southern African and export markets. Blydevallei provides a comprehensive service to the client, supplying them with mangoes, oranges, mandarins, lemons and grapefruit. We strive towards high quality and exceptional service. Our team is fully committed to ensure outstanding products and service to our customers

Our People

The people who work for us from the heartbeat of our operations. It is only because of their commitment, expertise, and teamwork that we are able to bring our various quality products to the global market.

Blydevallei has its own fruit packing facility, Canyon Packers. Canyon Packers is situated on farm Driehoek, just over 30km from Hoedspruit town. The Packhouse uses the latest technology to ensure biosecurity and phytosanitary standards. It also follows health and safety regulations to ensure the safety of our employees. The packing facility forms part of a very important process, getting the fruit from the fields into the hands of the consumer.

With the blessings we have received since 1993, we made it our mission to give back to the town and community. We believe everyone has the right to receive quality education. In giving expression to this belief, Blydevallei established an education bursary scheme that awards promising students full school bursaries. We are also shareholders in the agriculture training facility called the Hoedspruit Hub which offers high quality and customised training in the development of skills that support livelihood strategies.

Vision

Blydevallei strives to be a leading focused agricultural business that creates lasting value for all stakeholders, ensuring sustainable growth, resilient food supply, and prosperity for future generations. Our moto, be the best in our industry.

Mission

At Blydevallei, we maximize the value of scarce agricultural resources by empowering and rewarding our people, practicing sound financial stewardship, applying sustainable farming methods in harmony with nature, and embracing innovation through the latest technology.”

Value & Ethics

Our business is built on non-negotiable principles of honesty and ethical conduct. We believe that long-term, strategic partnerships with our customers and suppliers are the cornerstone of sustainable success. Guided by our motto “Never promise a client what you cannot deliver, we commit to integrity, reliability, and respect in every interaction.”

Our History

The planting of the seed

After two years running his own veterinary practice in Pretoria, Dr. Pieter Scholtz sought a new life in Hoedspruit. In 1993, he sold his practice and purchased his first farm, Driehoek.

Pieter began by planting sweet potatoes while continuing veterinary work to sustain his vision. By 1994, he expanded into potatoes, butternut, tomatoes, gem squash, and established a mango nursery alongside citrus orchards. Over time, he acquired adjacent land, steadily growing his farming operations.

In 2012, Pieter purchased Mariepskop Estate—the second-largest mango farm in South Africa, and acquired 50% of Bavaria Packers, adding a mango drying plant and packhouse to his portfolio. Today, Blydevallei exports mangoes and citrus to destinations across  Africa,Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.

His passion for wildlife led to the founding of Blydevallei Game Breeders in 2001, specializing in disease-free buffalo, nyala, and exotic species such as roan, sable, and red duiker. He also partnered in Brakrivier Bavaria, a 4,500-hectare game farm in Musina.

Beyond agriculture, Pieter founded PS Properties in 2005, delivering residential and commercial developments, and co-developing the Hoedspruit Private Hospital.

From veterinary practice to farming, wildlife, property, and healthcare, Pieter’s journey reflects vision, resilience, and a commitment to sustainable growth.

Our Partnerships