Rebecca Akrofie
The two DFIs signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Washington last week.
The Dutch investment manager is still working on Rabo Farm Europe Fund II’s first commitments as increasing numbers of investment firms enter the region.
The finance group predicts sustained high prices for live and slaughtered cattle across the world.
The EBRD revealed the plans after a consultation with agribusiness clients.
South African pension funds see potential in other African markets.
IFC, the World Bank member, is funding Brazilian agribusiness via a finance intermediary in the country, with $125m in loans and guarantees on offer.
Fixed income impact asset manager Community Capital Management has launched a $50m fund to finance sustainable agriculture projects in the US.
Silicon Valley Bank and USDA have lent $91 million to biofuels producer Cool Planet to commercialise its technology.
Aspada Investments has invested $2 million into All Fresh Supply Management, an Indian fruit and vegetables brand
As the agriculture-focused private equity firm nears full deployment of its third vehicle, it is starting to fundraise for Fund IV.