Agriculture

Empowering agriculture for a sustainable future

The agricultural sector in Zambia has experienced notable transformations over the years, marked by shifts in policies, the adoption of advanced technologies, and an increasing recognition of the sector’s pivotal role in overall economic development.

While progress has been made, challenges remain, including access to finance, market access, and the impact of climate change. The evolution of the agriculture sector in Zambia is an ongoing process that requires continued investment, innovation, and collaborative efforts at local, national, and international levels.

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Our primary focus

Crops

Livestock

Aquaculture

Horticulture

Why are we interested in these segments?

Crops

Zambia's agricultural landscape is diverse, with crops like maize, wheat, sorghum, millet, cassava, and vegetables being central to the sector. Maize remains the staple crop, but recent challenges have highlighted the need for diversification to enhance resilience against market fluctuations and climate change.

For SMEs, crop farming presents significant opportunities. These include offering agribusiness services to improve farming practices, engaging in supply chain management to reduce post-harvest losses, and investing in processing and value addition to enhance the value of agricultural produce. Additionally, SMEs can introduce technology solutions and provide training programs to boost productivity and sustainability in the agricultural sector. By leveraging these opportunities, SMEs can contribute to the growth and development of Zambia's agricultural landscape.

Livestock

Livestock farming is vital to Zambia's agriculture, involving cattle, poultry, and small-scale animal husbandry. It contributes significantly to the national GDP and offers diverse economic opportunities through products like meat, milk, and by-products. The sector has strong growth potential, driven by high demand and untapped regional and international markets.

For SMEs, livestock farming presents opportunities in meeting market demand, producing value-added products, integrating technology for efficiency, and promoting gender-inclusive participation. By leveraging these factors, SMEs can thrive in the sector, driving economic growth and contributing to Zambia's socio-economic transformation.

Aquaculture

Aquaculture is essential to Zambia's food security and economic growth, with tilapia farming gaining particular importance. It provides a sustainable source of protein, generates income for small-scale farmers, offers environmental benefits by reducing pressure on wild fisheries, and supports rural development through infrastructure improvements.

For SMEs, aquaculture presents opportunities in market access, boosting exports, improving Zambia's trade balance, and fostering knowledge sharing and technology transfer. Additionally, the sector encourages research and development, driving innovation and enhancing farming practices, making it a promising area for SME growth and contribution to the country's economy.

Horticulture

Horticulture is vital to Zambian agriculture, providing diverse fruits, vegetables, and flowers that support a nutritious diet and generate income for small-scale farmers. It enhances rural development and offers environmental benefits such as improved sustainability and biodiversity. Despite challenges like border processing and limited resources, the sector faces promising opportunities for SMEs.

SMEs can tap into local market demand by supplying fresh produce to supermarkets and restaurants, explore value addition through processing, adopt organic and sustainable practices to attract niche markets, and leverage modern technologies to boost productivity. Collaboration and networking with other businesses and organizations can also help SMEs overcome challenges and access new resources and markets.