If ever a man left in his passing, a legend of achievement and high renown, such a man was Dr Hans Merensky - South Africa’s most famous prospector and mining geologist; a great humanitarian; devotee of nature, afforestation and agriculture.

This is the holding company of the Hans Merensky Group, and is an enterprise based on sustainable natural resources. It is their vision to grow and add sustainable economic value through exceptional practice, applied research, and continuous development into the respective value chains; and to be the benchmark in environmental management and social awareness.

Merensky is South Africa's leading sawmilling & forestry group, providing a comprehensive range of hardwood, softwood and panel products.

HM Group is the largest avocado grower in Southern Africa, with its brand name Westfalia recognized as a worldwide leader. It is also a major supplier of mangoes, various processed fruit products and grows litchis, citrus and macadamia nuts. Its nurseries and research facilities are important contributors to the production of high quality produce.