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
Big Dutchman at the ZPA Poultry Exhibition 2026 Industry Events · Zimbabwe 7–9 May 2026 Thornpark Polo Field, Harare, Zimbabwe Big Dutchman Southern Africa is proud to have attended the Zimbabwe...
NAMPO 2026 | New Products | Big Dutchman SA News & Video Nampo 2026 May 2026 At this year’s Nampo Harvest Day, Johann van der Westhuizen sat down with Farm Space at the Big Dutchman stand to...
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...
Recent Projects
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Our Products & Solutions
Big Dutchman’s Drum Cleaner T1 methodically cleans the crop material and ensures excellent animal health. Technical It comprises a housing equipped with an inlet, three outlets, and a rotating axle There...
Developed for Big Dutchman’s CompoLiner composting concept, the CompoLiner Air Scrubber module is a must have for locations with high emissions of Ammonia, dust, and odour arising from the composting processes....
Developed for Big Dutchman’s CompoTower composting concept, the CompoTower Air Scrubber module is a prerequisite for locations having high emissions due to the composting processes. Prefabricated in a...
Turn your slurry into a valuable resource with Big Dutchman’s advanced slurry separation systems. By dividing slurry into solid and liquid phases, pig farmers can unlock practical, economic, and environmental...
The innovative design of OptiSec Porco reduces the amount of slurry and makes long distance transportation more cost-efficient. This belt dryer helps to evaporate 50% of the water content in the slurry....
Supplied as mobile units, OptiPress 400 and 780 are Big Dutchman’s highly efficient screw press separators. They don’t wear off easily and feature superior quality materials ensuring a long service life....
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.
