Marcos Brandalise, Founder and Group CEO of Brazafric Group of Companies (BGC), discusses reshaping Africa's agriculture through sustainable farming practices and empowering smallholder farmers.

"I have been in Kenya for 31 years, with around 28 years dedicated to working in the agriculture sector. Our focus has been on supplying equipment for various agricultural processes such as coffee and rice production. Additionally, we are exploring opportunities within the agriculture sector across Africa, recognizing the significant potential for growth. Drawing from my Brazilian background, I have witnessed Brazil's transformation from a net food importer to one of the world's leading food exporters and producers. I believe Africa can follow a similar trajectory given the right conditions. We are actively involved in not only selling equipment but also in establishing farming ventures. We operate two companies: one dedicated to small and medium-scale farming, and the other focused on medium to large-scale commercial farming. Our goal is to contribute to the transformation of Africa's agriculture sector and capitalize on the immense opportunities it presents, despite the challenges. While there are undoubtedly obstacles, such as limited access to affordable funding, we remain optimistic about Africa's potential to become a significant player in global agriculture. By providing opportunities to medium-scale farms and companies, we believe we can unlock substantial growth and facilitate Africa's development. In essence, that encapsulates our work at Brazafric Group", says Marcos Brandalise.

"The primary company responsible for equipment supply is Brazafric, named to reflect the synergy between Brazil and Africa. Then there is L.E.A.F. Africa, specializing in agricultural consultancy and farm management concepts. Lastly, ForestFoods focuses on highly specialized farming techniques, producing premium, chemical-free food to meet market demands and promote soil regeneration. Our overarching ethos revolves around environmentally friendly practices, including regenerative agriculture, responsible water usage, and the integration of smallholder farmers. While improving the lives of smallholder farmers in Africa presents challenges, we believe our approach can significantly benefit them, particularly through our nucleus projects", he adds.

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