About Tannie Poppies

Tannie Poppie is a pioneering business rooted in the fertile Hoeko Valley, where Magdalena Jantjies, the region's first female pig farmer, transformed adversity into opportunity. Originally, Magdalena used surplus fruits to feed her livestock, but she soon realized these fruits held the potential to create high-quality, homemade jams.

Magdalena embraced a traditional recipe passed down through her family, beginning with small-scale production for her community. Facing numerous challenges, her persistence paid off as her jams grew in demand, leading to the expansion of her operations.

Today, Tannie Poppie is a well-established brand known for a variety of jams and pickles that honor traditional production methods while embracing modern market opportunities. Our offerings, including unique ancestral recipes, capture the taste of South Africa’s rich heritage, ensuring each jar delivers quality, authenticity, and a deep connection to Magdalena’s roots.

With future plans to expand into major South African retail chains and establish an online presence, Tannie Poppie is on a mission to bring the authentic flavors of Hoeko Valley to households across the nation.