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Our agribusiness services

Agricultural advisory services

Our regular advisory services follow a structured, three-phased process designed to provide practical, data-driven solutions for sustainable agricultural development and agribusiness growth: Contextualise, Analyse, Resolve. This methodology combines in-field agricultural research, desktop analysis, and close collaboration with clients and stakeholders. Each engagement concludes with a comprehensive report and strategic presentation outlining key findings and recommendations.

Phase 1
Contextual Investigation
To identify opportunities and assess viable agricultural alternatives, we begin by establishing a clear understanding of the project baseline operating environment.

Our initial entry assessment includes a detailed  contextual analysis,  which examines the socio-economic environment and development possibilities of the assignment as seen against the vision and goals of the client. This is done through a dual-focus lens:

1. Resource Profile Evaluation – Understanding the fixed agricultural assets:

  • Land, site, and physical characteristics
  • Available and accessible human resources
  • Internal and external infrastructure
  • Market access and support structures

2. Organisational Drivers Assessment – Analysing the organisation’s operational/management structure and performance influencers:

  • Financial structuring and access to capital
  • Movable assets and machinery
  • Governance model and ownership structures
  • Workforce capacity and development
  • Technical competence
  • Management capacity

Goal of Phase 1
This stage helps align agricultural and business objectives with contextual realities. It allows for early-stage refinement of project goals based on data-informed insights into operational strengths, limitations, and opportunities.

In Summary

The contextual investigation delivers a foundational understanding of how technical capacity, resources, and business goals intersect. It provides clarity on the initial feasibility of the assignment and allows clients to reassess or refine objectives early in the consulting process.

Phase 2
Analysis and Strategic Assessment
With the context defined, we move into a rigorous agricultural and economic feasibility analysis. This stage provides the foundation for strategic agribusiness planning and development.

Key components of the assessment include:

  • Benchmarking agricultural operations against industry best practices
  • Assessing current technical capacity and projected operational requirements
  • Identifying resource limitations and growth potential
  • Evaluating economic viability, competitive positioning, and market dynamics
  • Estimating long-term economic performance and socio-political impact

We also develop key financial models and risk assessments, including:

  • Cost and revenue projections for various scenarios
  • Sensitivity and risk factor analysis with mitigation strategies
  • Financial performance forecasting, capital requirements, and internal rate of return (IRR)
  • Simulations and scenario modelling to identify critical success variables

Goal of Phase 2
 This phase delivers a robust understanding of the project’s economic potential and outlines the optimal path for agribusiness development or restructuring.

In Summary

Our strategic assessment provides an integrated view of economic feasibility, aligning qualitative insights with quantitative forecasts. This enables clients to make informed decisions and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Phase 3
Resolution and Roadmap
With a complete micro-economic and strategic analysis in hand, we develop a forward-looking roadmap to guide successful agricultural project implementation and growth.

This final phase begins with a collaborative planning session, where we co-design a practical, results-driven framework with the client. The roadmap includes:

  • A clear action plan with timelines
  • A structured development and implementation plan
  • A capital and financing plan aligned with strategic objectives

The final report consolidates all findings and recommendations, featuring:

  • A full project profile from context to strategic analysis
  • A 360° overview of the operational and development landscape
  • A core agribusiness strategy (and viable alternatives)
  • Capital needs analysis and financial planning
  • Simulation models and scenario outcomes
  • Management structures and implementation guidance

Goal of Phase 3
This phase delivers a ready-to-execute plan, giving the enterprise a clear pathway to achieve measurable results and long-term impact.

In Summary

The roadmap brings together every aspect of the engagement—from baseline assessments to financial simulations—providing clients with a clear, data-backed strategy for agricultural development or business transformation.