Mission statement: a majority Sa-owned entity providing a comprehensive range of high quality, cost-effective crop protection solutions, thereby adding value and creating wealth for all stakeholders while satisfying the Sa farmers ' need for sustainable crop production. Objectives:* to have one central procurement entity for all the shareholders.* To source high quality products in a cost-effective manner.* To provide international suppliers, who wish to market their products in* Sa with a single Point of access to the entire Sa crop protection distribution network.* To strive for service excellence. To maintain a comprehensive range of in-house product registrations. To market technologies that will contribute to the sustainability of agricultural production. To operate in a socially responsible manner. To comply with approved guidelines for the implementation of IPM and minimum risk to the environment.* To strive for the highest international quality standards (ISO accredited).