Edulis Cultivation is a South African hemp seed enterprise specialising in seed production, farmer support and value-chain development, driving sustainable agriculture, food security and a scalable hemp industry.

Company Overview

Edulis Cultivation is a South African hemp seed enterprise focused on building a sustainable, standardised and commercially viable hemp seeds industry. Founded in 2022 and led by Managing Director Michael Meyer du Preez, the company combines scientific research, technical advisory, and enterprise development to address critical constraints in seed quality, regulatory alignment, and market access.

Positioned at the centre of South Africa’s emerging hemp value chain, Edulis acts as both a technical partner and industry catalyst, supporting the development of a nationally coordinated hemp seed delivery system.

Core Activities & Offering

Edulis Cultivation specialises in the production and supply of high-quality hemp seed planting material, supported by a structured ecosystem of services across the value chain:

• Seed Production & Multiplication: Development of certified, high-performance hemp seed varieties suited to local conditions
• Technical Advisory: Agronomic guidance, cultivation protocols, and tailored enterprise roadmaps
• Processing & Market Access: Support in seed conditioning, storage, and linkage to local and international off-take markets (including oils, seed cake, and derivatives)
• Enterprise Development: Training and capacity-building programmes for farmers and agri-entrepreneurs

A key feature of the model is a production-linked off-take system, where Edulis supplies inputs and expertise while securing market channels for quality-assured output.

Innovation & Industry Development

Edulis is actively shaping the future of the hemp sector through its Hemp Seed Enterprise Development Programme, built on six pillars: enterprise development, processing, quality control, regulatory compliance, marketing, and storage.

The company is also driving Hemp Seed Pilot Projects focused on:

• Scientific research (genetics, breeding, agronomy)
• Commercial value chain optimisation
• Capacity building and skills transfer

Through this approach, Edulis contributes to the establishment of industry standards, improved supply chains, and scalable business models.

Sustainability & Impact

Edulis promotes hemp as a strategic crop for sustainable agriculture and economic development. Its initiatives support:

• Food security: Nutrient-rich hemp seeds and diversified production systems
• Environmental sustainability: Low water use, carbon sequestration, and soil improvement
• Circular economy models: Integration with aquaculture and poultry systems to optimise resource use and reduce waste
• Job creation & enterprise growth: Particularly in rural and peri-urban communities

The company’s vision aligns with ESG principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, positioning hemp as a key contributor to South Africa’s green economy transition.

Further information:

Contact Michael du Preez of Edulis Cultivation on mobile number +27-(0)63 732 1599 or email him on hello@eduliscultivation.com

www.eduliscultivation.com