Quintessential Farming & Recruitment (Pty) Ltd
Effective Date: 20/05/2026
Quintessential Farming & Recruitment (“we”, “our”, “us”, or “the Company”) values your privacy and is committed to handling personal information responsibly and professionally.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information submitted through our website, candidate portal, and related services.
By using this website or submitting information through our portal, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Quintessential Farming & Recruitment is a South African agricultural recruitment company connecting skilled South African agricultural workers with seasonal farming opportunities in the United States through the H2A program.
Contact Information
Email: admin@quintessentialfarming.com
Phone: +27 76 490 6348
Address: Plot 73 Kruger Ave, Nestpark, Bapsfontein, Gauteng, 1510, South Africa
2. Information We Collect
We may collect personal and professional information from applicants, including but not limited to:
- Full names and surnames
- Contact information
- Email addresses
- Residential addresses
- Identity document information
- Passport information
- Driver’s licence information
- Employment history
- Agricultural skills and experience
- Education history
- Language proficiency
- Criminal or traffic violation disclosures
- Profile photographs
- Uploaded supporting documents
- Interview notes and screening information
- Portal login information
Applicants may also voluntarily provide additional information relevant to agricultural recruitment and placement opportunities.
3. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for:
- Recruitment and placement purposes
- Candidate screening and verification
- Resume and profile generation
- Communication regarding employment opportunities
- Sharing relevant information with potential employers
- Conducting interviews and applicant assessments
- Supporting visa and documentation processes
- Maintaining recruitment records
- Improving our recruitment services and systems
- Compliance with legal or regulatory requirements
4. Sharing of Information
By submitting information through the website or portal, applicants consent to Quintessential Farming & Recruitment sharing relevant information with:
- Potential employers and farming operations
- Placement-related parties
- Operational partners assisting with recruitment processes
- Technical service providers assisting with system maintenance or development
- Governmental or regulatory authorities where legally required
We do not sell applicant information to third parties.
5. Accuracy of Information
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all information and documentation submitted is accurate, truthful, and current to the best of their knowledge.
Quintessential Farming & Recruitment reserves the right to suspend, reject, or terminate applications, recruitment processes, or assistance where false, misleading, incomplete, or inaccurate information is identified.
6. Recruitment & Placement Disclaimer
Submission of an application or profile does not guarantee:
- Employment placement
- Selection by an employer
- Visa approval
- Interview opportunities
- Travel arrangements
- Employment duration
Final hiring and placement decisions remain the responsibility of employers and related third parties.
7. Applicant Fees
Quintessential Farming & Recruitment does not charge recruitment or placement fees to applicants for employment opportunities.
Recruitment fees are paid by employers.
Additional services requested by applicants, such as assistance with personal documentation, police clearances, or related administrative services, may incur separate charges where applicable.
8. Storage & Security of Information
We take reasonable steps to help protect personal information stored through our website and portal systems.
Information may be stored digitally through password-protected systems, hosting providers, and databases used for recruitment operations.
While reasonable security measures are implemented, no electronic storage or online transmission system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Users submit information at their own risk.
9. Retention of Information
Applicant information and profiles may be retained for:
- Current recruitment opportunities
- Future employment opportunities
- Operational and administrative purposes
- Legal or compliance requirements
Applicants may request removal of their personal information where reasonably possible and subject to operational or legal obligations.
10. Use of Cookies & Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, or related technologies to improve user experience, website performance, and system functionality.
These technologies may collect limited non-personal information such as:
- Browser type
- Device information
- Website usage data
- General geographic location
Users may disable cookies through their browser settings where applicable.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites or third-party resources.
Quintessential Farming & Recruitment is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites.
Users access third-party websites at their own discretion and risk.
12. Children & Age Restrictions
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to use this website, create a portal account, or apply for opportunities through Quintessential Farming & Recruitment.
13. POPIA & Data Protection
Quintessential Farming & Recruitment aims to handle personal information responsibly in accordance with applicable South African data protection principles, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
We strive to:
- Collect information responsibly
- Use information for legitimate recruitment purposes
- Protect personal information where reasonably possible
- Limit unauthorized access to sensitive data
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice.
Updated versions will be published on the website with a revised effective date where applicable.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Quintessential Farming & Recruitment
📧 admin@quintessentialfarming.com
📞 +27 76 490 6348
📍 Plot 73 Kruger Ave, Nestpark, Bapsfontein, Gauteng, 1510, South Africa