HortIMPACT is a programme supported by the Dutch Embassy that invests in the development of the fresh produce sector and is looking for Dutch partners from the private sector to cooperate with.
Program of the mission
- A tailor-made programme for your company
- Matchmaking with Kenyan and Dutch companies
- Field visits to companies and initiatives that are relevant to you
- Personal meetings with companies and organisations from the horticulture sector
- A focused exploration of activities that you want to start in Kenya with our team of experts
Fresh produce sector in Kenya
In Kenya there is a fast-growing market for vegetables, fruit and potatoes because of the increasing middle class and export market. The coming years the demand for safe and good-quality-food will only increase. That is why there is a need for expertise and experience along the entire value chain to improve food production in an efficient way with high quality. The Dutch fresh produce sector can play a key role in Kenya for better production and marketing.
HortIMPACT
The programme – HortIMPACT – is conducted by the Dutch organisation SNV. In this programme Dutch and Kenyan companies develop business cases that contribute to the growth of the sector of fresh produce. The focus is on vegetables, fruit and potatoes. SNV has a team of experts who support companies with their extensive knowledge and network. Besides this, SNV can co-invest up to 50% in activities including market studies and/or pilot projects with a maximum of 200,000 euros of support per project. HortIMPACT is not a standard programme but offers tailor-made support and solutions. So far more than 25 companies are directly involved in the programme.
Mission costs
Participation in the mission costs 500 euros per company for a maximum of two participants. This includes participation in the collective programme activities such as the matchmaking, company visits, meetings with the Embassy, financial institutes and (non-) governmental organisations, and a session for exploring follow up opportunities. Local transport and meals during the mission activities will be taken care of. On your own expense are costs for your flight, hotel and costs outside the programme.
More information and registration
Aart van den Bos | VerBos Business Development | ajb@verbos.nl | +31 651788924
Klaas de Vries | SNV Kenia | kdevries@snvworld.org | +254 703673196
The deadline to sign up for the trade mission is Friday 21 April.
Source: AgriProFocus / Agroberichten Buitenland