Agriculture plays a significant role in Guinea-Bissau’s economy, employing approximately 70% of the workforce and contributing to nearly 60% of the country’s GDP. Major crops include cashew nuts, rice, maize, peanuts, as well as tropical fruits such as mangoes and bananas.
Cashew nuts are the country’s main cash crop, accounting for about 80% of agricultural exports and playing a crucial role in generating income for many farmers. In 2020, cashew production amounted to approximately 200,000 tonnes, making Guinea-Bissau one of the world’s leading producers.
These challenges, agricultural development initiatives are underway, with a particular focus on improving rural infrastructure, enhancing farmers’ technical capacities, promoting sustainable agriculture, and increasing investments in the sector. With appropriate policies and continued support, Guinean agriculture has the potential to become a driver of economic growth and poverty reduction, while strengthening food security and promoting rural development.
Business solutions
In Guinea-Bissau, there are several business opportunities and solutions in agriculture, including:
- Rice farming
- Fishing and aquaculture
- Production and processing
- Agro-industrie