Dean was born in South Africa and spent a few years living in Dubai before returning to South Africa. His passion for farming began during visits to his grandfather’s ranch. Since March 2014, Dean has been working at VFF on an H2A agricultural visa. Since 2020, Dean has been managing and maintaining the Texas farm. Deans’ duties in Texas include: mowing and cleaning, working fields, maintaining and fixing irrigation pivots, driving trucks and grain carts during harvest season, and seed tendering during planting season. Dean’s direct and genuine personality makes him loved by many and respected by all. Dean also enjoys being around and meeting new people.
Our Team
Dean da Mota
Texas Farm Supervisor
11 years
WHY VFF:
“Working mainly on the Texas farm comes with its own set of challenges, such as unpredictable weather patterns and physical demands. However I enjoy the challenge of adapting to the changing weather conditions and crop yields. The Texas farm is rewarding and gives me satisfaction.”