Wanting to grow produce is something that is either in your blood or it is not. It’s always been part of Raymond Koopstad’s make-up. Through perseverance he is now an export producer of deciduous fruit in the Witzenberg district, earning the respect of his peers. At the Deciduous Fruit Industry Gala awards in 2019, Raymond received the New Generation Award for his exceptional performance and intelligent decision-making as a new entrant to the industry.