Future-Ready Farming Starts Here
For more than 85 years, Big Dutchman has set the global benchmark in housing, feeding and climate-control technology for poultry and pig farming. Today we bring that heritage of meticulous German engineering to producers across South Africa and neighbouring countries, combining proven international R&D with on-the-ground expertise, rapid parts supply and multilingual technical support.
Why Big Dutchman?
Proven Performance
55 + years of local experience, 80 + years globally.
Precision Engineering
Meticulous German standards ensure long service life and low maintenance.
Productivity Gains
Automated feeding, ventilation and climate control cut labour costs and raise yields.
Animal Well-being First
Designs that keep birds and pigs healthy, stress-free and highly productive.
End-to-End Support
From turnkey buildings to data-driven farm management, our experts stay with you every step.
Data-Driven Management
Sensors and software link feeding, climate and output for faster, better decisions.
Latest News
Good management with a solid foundation No house like the other? No problem. Sow and piglets share the same space for quite a while. Their needs, however, could hardly be more different. While the sow...
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Big Dutchman Clearance Sale — Apr/May 2026 Exceptional savings on genuine Big Dutchman parts and equipment are now available for a limited time. Stocks are strictly limited and offers are valid while supplies...
Recent Projects
Big Dutchman Southern Africa recently completed a broiler...
Big Dutchman Southern Africa successfully delivered...
Big Dutchman Southern Africa recently completed a broiler...
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Our Products & Solutions
The QuadScale from Big Dutchman is a silo weighting system that allows you to measure and control the contents of your silos with absolute accuracy. QuadScale can be connected to the BigFarmNet or used...
The TriSort pro sorting scale is a piece of advantageous automatic equipment that helps sort finishing pigs, kept in large groups, based on their weight. Optimally, it can handle around 250-400 pigs per...
The SmartCounting system uses a camera to count pigs of all sizes and colours with an accuracy of 99.9%. Pigs are counted or subtracted depending on the direction of travel through an aisle, humans are...
Specially designed with a self-learning algorithm, WeightCheck offers an almost accurate overview of a group of 15-25 of your finishing pigs’ average weight gain. It consists of a camera installed above...
AC 108 is a GSM autodialler with voice output. It is able to store and display every alarm for approximately one year; one of its greatest advantages. The display of AC 108 is backlit and shows the status...
Office Details
Office Hours
- Monday - Friday : 07:30 - 17:00 Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays : Closed
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- Amalthea Road, Amalthea Precinct, Gosforth Park, Germiston 2094
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Future-Ready Farming Starts Here
Higher animal longevity & health
Health-centric housing, balanced feed and climate automation extend the productive lifespan of birds and pigs while reducing mortality.
Precision feed portion control
Automated weighing and dosing systems deliver exactly the right ration every time, boosting feed efficiency and cutting waste.
Bio-security & hygiene built in
Closed-system layouts, residue removal and smart airflow block pathogens and keep barns clean, safeguarding flock health and food safety.
Automated ventilation & climate stabilisation
Intelligent fans and sensors regulate temperature, humidity and fresh-air exchange around the clock, preventing heat stress and cold drafts.
Lower labour & energy costs
Integrated automation cuts manual tasks, while energy-efficient motors and smart controllers reduce electricity consumption for better margins.
