Blue Earth Capital has announced a $30 million investment in Valency International to enhance agricultural processing capabilities and support local farmers in Africa.

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Blue Earth Capital has committed $30 million in private credit to Valency International, a distinguished player in the global agricultural commodities market. Headquartered in Singapore, Valency specializes in trading, processing, and exporting a variety of agricultural products, with particular emphasis on edible nuts, including cashews and sesame seeds, as well as agricultural inputs such as fertilizers and agrochemicals. The company operates large-scale processing facilities across Africa and Asia, contributing significantly to local economies.

Valency is pivotal in the agricultural sector, focusing on enhancing onshore processing capabilities. This approach creates numerous job opportunities for low-skilled workers in areas where alternative employment options are limited. Additionally, by mitigating the need for cross-continental shipping, Valency's operations help reduce the carbon footprint associated with global cashew supply chains.

Industry Overview in Africa

Agriculture plays a vital role in Africa's economy, employing approximately 70% of the continent's workforce and contributing between 30 to 40% of regional GDP. Currently, much of Africa's agricultural activity focuses on upstream functions such as cultivation, whi