Overview
This service is meant to assist farmers in developing comprehensive business plans. The provision of this service empowers farmers with business planning skills. When completed, the farmer submits a business plan to funding institutions or keeps it safe for future reference.
Who is eligible?
Citizens & non-citizens.
How do I get this service?
- Visit the nearest District Agribusiness Promotion Offices for guidance on the development of the business plan.
- Develop and submit the business plan.
What supporting documents are required?
- A valid National Identity Card (Omang) for citizens (certified copy)
- A valid Residence Work Permit for non-citizens(certified copy)
- Land Right Certificate (for leased or allocated by Land-Board authorities) (certified copy)
- Proof of Land Lease Agreement for Land signed by both parties (if leasing) (certified copy)
- Proof of Water Right Certificate from Water Apportionment Board (if applicable to the intended project) (certified copy)
- A Land Suitability Assessment report by relevant departments(certified copy)
- Relevant documents (including management C.V.’s for the employees of the project) if it is a start-up project
- Past project performance accounts (includes inventory and value of assets) if it is for an expansion or resuscitation and;
- Proof of Finance from potential financer
How long will this service take?
Approximately two (2) weeks depending on how quickly relevant documents are submitted.
Where can I get more information on this Service
Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security
Department of Agribusiness Promotion
Division of Farm Management
Private Bag 00298
Gaborone
Tel: (+267) 368 9706/(+267) 3689709
Fax: (+267) 3689893
Or
Call Centre:
Tel.17755
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw
Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 then 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
