Case Studies
Aloe vera
The investor client had been offered by the government around 5,000 ha of land in the Gahtielay area of Eritrea. The land was bordered at one end by a new 57 million cubic metre dam. The consulting brief was to assess the feasibility of planting and processing Aloe vera for the cosmetic industry using irrigation from the dam.
READ MORE...Kibali Gold Mine
Engaged by Rand Gold Resources/Anglo Gold Ashanti, Agri-Africa managed the agricultural transition of 17,000 people relocating due to mine expansion. The five-year project began with a baseline study of local crops to replicate at the new site. Agri-Africa provided training in improved agricultural practices and facilitated larger community projects, such as importing improved cassava varieties from Uganda, grown on 10 hectares.
READ MORE...Feasibility for a Vegetable Packing and Cooling Facility in the Western Cape
The National Agricultural Marketing Council in South Africa found that small-scale vegetable farmers need marketing and transportation centers to access commercial markets. Agri-Africa Consultants assessed the feasibility of a Packing and Cooling Facility (P&CF) in the lower Olifants River area, dominated by grape production. Challenges included limited irrigation water and small farmers' reluctance to shift from livestock to vegetables. Key business questions focused on financial incentives, processing capacity, and investment returns.
READ MORE...Food Value Chain Analysis
Engaged by a Middle Eastern government agency, we assessed food security by analyzing over 150 products from 45 countries. The project aimed to identify sourcing options and create a vertically integrated supply chain to ensure food safety from field to consumer. We evaluated availability, supply continuity, production costs, and quality across all food groups. Site visits provided logistical insights, while a comprehensive risk analysis offered actionable data and investment opportunities to enhance the client's food security strategy.
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