Promotion of sustainable agricultural value chains around agro-industrial transformation zones (CVAD-ZSTA)

The multinational CVAD-ZSTA program aims to develop sustainable agricultural value chains around Special Agro-Industrial Transformation Zones in several West African countries. Its approach involves creating integrated agro-industrial hubs capable of connecting agricultural production, processing, logistics, and regional markets. The intervention strategy is based on the creation of competitive territorial ecosystems where producers, agri-food SMEs, private investors, and public institutions interact within a dynamic of local economic transformation. The program places particular emphasis on climate resilience, reducing post-harvest losses, rural industrialization, and the creation of sustainable agricultural jobs.

🌾 Structuring agricultural value chains:
Develop integrated agricultural sectors around the ZSTA 1 zones to improve regional competitiveness.

🏭 Accelerating agro-industrial transformation:
Strengthen local processing capacities and reduce the export of raw materials.

🌍 Strengthening climate resilience:
Deploy sustainable agricultural practices and infrastructure adapted to climate risks.

👩🏾‍💼 Stimulating agricultural entrepreneurship:
Support SMEs, young entrepreneurs, and women in high value-added agro-industrial activities.