Love is officially in the air on Boer soek ‘n vrou as the hit kykNET dating series has revealed the five farmers who will continue their search for romance in Season 18.
Before embarking on the next chapter of their journey, the farmers swapped muddy boots for crisp white shirts in a stylish new photo shoot that showcases a different side to the men viewers have come to know.
While the portraits highlight their charm and confidence, the real journey is only beginning.
Meet the five farmers
The five farmers selected to continue on the show are:
- Jack (30), an apple and pear farmer from Hermanus in the Western Cape.
- JD (28), who runs a mixed farming operation near Reitz in the Free State.
- Francois (34), a conservationist from Hoedspruit in Mpumalanga.
- Arno (28), a forestry farmer from Tzaneen in Limpopo.
- Willie (37), a cattle and maize farmer from Harrismith in the Free State.
Each brings a unique personality, lifestyle and farming background as they search for someone willing to embrace life on the farm alongside them.

Jack receives the most letters
Among the five finalists, Jack proved to be the most popular after receiving the highest number of letters from women hoping to meet him.
The next stage of the competition sees each farmer selecting ten potential matches from the letters they received before meeting them during the highly anticipated speed dating round.
More than good looks
Although the latest photo shoot presents the farmers as polished modern leading men, life on the farm remains at the heart of the series.
Accustomed to early mornings, long working days and the responsibility of managing successful farming operations, the men are now searching for partners willing to share both their lives and their rural lifestyle.
Reandi Grey delivers heartfelt messages
The latest episode also featured presenter Reandi Grey delivering letters and thoughtful gifts to all ten participating farmers before revealing which five would continue their search for love.
Reflecting on the heartfelt messages received from hopeful matches, Grey said:
“They were written to reach that one heart; to touch that one soul. Words filled with hope, anticipation and the search for that first meeting with the person who might just win your heart.”
The search for love continues
With the speed dates about to begin, emotions are expected to run high as first impressions, unexpected chemistry and difficult decisions shape each farmer’s journey.
As Season 18 unfolds, viewers will discover whether love truly blossoms on the farm.



