Emerging Markets

The investment, made in exchange for equity in Obtala's Mozambique forestry operation and off-take agreements, included a commitment for over $1 million by a US private investor named as George Miller.

Low-tech water conservation methods could cut global hunger in half, according to a new Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research report.

Efficient regulation in water markets is vital to deal with growing pressure on global water resources, says a new report.

The group hopes to build a regional hub for cacao production and global distribution, through a newly formed subsidiary.

Despite continued political and economic turmoil, Brazil’s agriculture sector could soon hold opportunities in export agriculture.

As private equity firms Actis and Old Mutual South Africa invest in South African convenience food, they tell Agri Investor about the rise in the sector and their expansion plans, despite a drought in the country.

After expanding into the US, Brazil and Australia in 2015, the precision agri company is looking to build a permanent office in Russia.

The Cargill subsidiary is spinning out agri, food, mining and metals assets into a 'natural resources-focused' private equity firm called Proterra Investment Partners.

As sanctions are lifted on Iran, private equity firms are poised to move into the country, and one firm is eyeing a Kurdistan dairy company.

The DFI will extend $20m to the farm operator and agribusiness holder, a long-term partner.