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Strengthening Food Systems Across Borders

Forbes Food & Ag is an international consulting practice focused on building stronger, more sustainable food systems. We work with governments, agribusiness leaders, NGOs, and global organizations to develop strategies that improve agricultural productivity, expand market access, and support inclusive economic growth.

With decades of experience across Africa, Latin America, and emerging global markets, Forbes Food & Ag brings practical expertise in agriculture, food systems, gender equity, and international trade.


Core Services

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Food Systems Strategy

We help organizations design and implement food system strategies that improve productivity, resilience, and sustainability.

Services include:

• National and regional food system assessments

• Agricultural value chain analysis

• Climate-smart agriculture strategy

• Food security planning


Agribusiness & Market Development

We support agribusiness growth and global market access.

Services include:

• Export readiness and market entry strategy

• Agricultural investment strategy

• Public-private partnership development

• Agribusiness ecosystem mapping


Gender & Inclusive Agriculture

Inclusive food systems perform better economically and socially.

Services include:

• Gender integration in agriculture programs

• Women-led agribusiness strategy

• Inclusive rural development initiatives

• Monitoring and evaluation frameworks


International Development Advisory

Guidance for organizations operating in complex global development environments.

Services include:

• Program design for international donors

• USAID / donor project strategy

• Stakeholder engagement

• Institutional partnerships


Target Clients

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Forbes Food & Ag partners with:

• International NGOs

• Multilateral organizations

• Agribusiness companies

• Government ministries

• Investment funds focused on agriculture

• Development finance institutions

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