VertiGenix Holdings (Pty) LTD

South Africa
Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, 6070

Company profile

VertiGenix Holdings (Pty) LTD company profile

VertiGenix - "Aeroponic and Hydroponic Vertical Greenhouse Farming for Sustainable Agriculture" VertiGenix is a South African agritech and agribusiness company transforming food production in Southern Africa through Greenhouse Aeroponic and Hydroponic Vertical Tower Growing. The company pioneers a climate-smart, resource-efficient farming model that produces fresh, pesticide-free vegetables, herbs, and fruits year-round while using 90–95% less water and over 300% more land efficiency than traditional agriculture. Unlike conventional indoor vertical farms that rely on artificial lighting and energy-intensive systems, VertiGenix leverages Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) inside naturally lit, solar-powered greenhouses. This approach integrates low-pressure aeroponic and hydroponic vertical towers with precision irrigation, borehole and rainwater harvesting, and solar energy — enabling high yields, low energy use, and sustainable production even in drought-prone regions. VertiGenix operates through a structured subsidiary model: • Ag-Gain Veg: Focused on greenhouse production of leafy greens and herbs. • Ag-Gain Fruit: Dedicated to fruit crops, beginning with high-yield strawberries. • Ag-Gain Gro (planned): Distribution of greenhouse towers, nutrients, and consumables across Southern Africa. • Ag-Gain Café (future): Retail and consumer engagement through farm-to-table experiences. The company has secured exclusive Southern African distribution rights for its advanced greenhouse tower systems, including nutrients, equipment, and consumables — positioning VertiGenix as the sole authorized channel partner for these technologies across South Africa, Mozambique, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. VertiGenix is currently developing its pilot farm in Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape), which will serve as a demonstration and training hub for scalable, solar-powered CEA systems. Once operational, the farm will generate over 260 tons of fresh produce annually, create more than 50 local jobs, and train 100+ smallholder farmers in sustainable hydroponic and aeroponic farming. Through innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth, VertiGenix aims to redefine African agriculture — improving food security, reducing water consumption, and building climate-resilient local economies. Mission: To revolutionize sustainable food production through climate-smart greenhouse systems that empower farmers, conserve natural resources, and deliver affordable, high-quality produce year-round. “Think Green. Ag-Gain. Growing the Future of Fresh Produce & Sustainability"

Business identity

Contact email
[email protected]
Phone number
+27823054118
Operating status
Active
Company type
For Profit
Employee range
1-10 employees
Founded
2023-03-01

Headquarters

Postal code
6070
Country code
ZA
Continent
Africa

Capital profile

Funding and company signals

Funding stage
Seed
Funding rounds
1
Last funding
Pre Seed / 2026-01-01
Last equity funding
Pre Seed
Founders
2
Articles
2

Founders and investors

Founders

Anita PelserDeon Pelser