The project is part of the International Finance Corporation's (IFC) investment in the company Frutas & Legumes Guiné Bissau SARL (F&L) with the overarching goal of promoting poverty escape and improved livelihoods through engagement in economic activities.
F&L is Guinea Bissau’s first “organic” or “bio” certified cashew and fruits (mangoes) producer and exporter, since its establishment in 2014.
The IFC investment is allocated to three complementary components:
Component 1: Strenghtening farmers’ capacity.
Component 2: Accompany the Company’s extension and diversification project.
Component 3: Impact Assessment and sharing knowledge.