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Agriculture and agribusiness

Sector

Agriculture and agribusiness

Arable land, food and cash crops, agricultural value chains.

Overview

Agriculture is central to the country's economy and employment. Needs exist in mechanization, inputs, storage and processing.

Potential opportunities

  • Food and horticultural production
  • Coffee, cotton and cash crops
  • Livestock value chains
  • Post-harvest storage and logistics

Key considerations

  • Land tenure and access
  • Market access and rural infrastructure
  • Seasonality and climate

Investor requirements

  • Company profile and project sponsors
  • Business plan and feasibility study
  • Compliance with registration and sector licensing requirements
  • Environmental and social impact assessment where applicable

Infrastructure requirements

Access to power, transport, water and telecommunications to be assessed site by site, in coordination with the relevant operators. No capacity is guaranteed without verification.

Environmental and social responsibilities

Impact assessment as required by regulation, community consultation, local employment and compliance with applicable international standards.

Relevant public institutions

The supervising sector ministry, GUFE for company formation, the tax administration and the ministry of environment. Detailed list pending verification.

Verified opportunities

No verified opportunity has yet been published for this sector.

Frequently asked questions

Who issues licences in this sector?

The competent ministry or regulator. CAIPA helps you identify it.

Are there specific incentives?

They depend on the Investment Charter and sector texts.

Legal requirements depend on current regulations and competent authorities.