A.J., born in Bothaville, Free State, South Africa, has been an integral part of VFF since April 2018, working on an H2A agricultural visa. Recognizing the value of his contributions, A.J. applied for a more permanent status in 2022 to further his long-term commitment to VFF. A.J. and his wife, Chante, are excited for what the future holds for them. A.J.’s responsibilities and daily activities include many different facets like maintenance, equipment operation, and trucking. A.J. has a strong commitment to his work and values the opportunities that VFF has provided him. In his free time, A.J. enjoys being outdoors and flying planes–he’s had his pilot’s license since 2015.