Moz Avocado Oil and Biochar - by Luano Food
Agriculture, Agribusiness & Blue Economy
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Company Description
Luano Honey is a Zambia-based agribusiness expanding from fresh avocado exports into value-added processing, primarily avocado oil. Sourcing approximately 5,000 MT of fruit annually from owned supply and more than 150 outgrowers, Luano Honey aims to process surplus avocados into high-value oil for SADC and EU markets, enhancing margins and reducing waste.
Countries of Operation
Zambia, Mozambique
Ownership of the Company
Local Company
Number of years since incorporated
5
Project Pitch
Luano Food Co presents an investment-ready opportunity to transform Mozambique’s avocado sector from raw export dependency into high-margin value addition. The company already sources approximately 5,000 metric tons of avocados per season through an established grower base and a network of more than 150 outgrowers. Rather than selling lower-grade fruit at discounted prices, Luano will process at least 2,000 MT into cold-pressed avocado oil, yielding approximately 225 MT of premium oil annually. At conservative bulk prices near $6/kg, this represents approximately €1.0 million in potential annual oil revenue while maintaining fresh export sales. The required capital of approximately €1.7M for processing equipment and working capital unlocks a scalable platform with strong regional (SADC) and EU market demand. The investment reduces waste, strengthens smallholder incomes, improves foreign exchange earnings, and positions Mozambique as a producer of high-value edible and cosmetic oils.
Team
Luano Honey is ready to transform surplus avocados into high-value cold-pressed oil, unlocking stronger margins and resilience in Mozambique’s agribusiness sector. With 5,000 MT of annual fruit supply and 150+ outgrowers, the company can process an additional 2,000 MT into approximately 225 MT of oil, generating an estimated €1 million in annual revenue at current bulk prices.
Type of Project
Private Company project
Stage
Growth stage
Annual Revenue (in EUR)
500.000 – 1.000.000 EUR
Number of employees
11-50
Total Project Cost (in EUR)
€1.7M
Financing needs (in EUR)
€1.7M
Type of financing needed
Debt, Grant
The Company is looking for
Financing, Joint Venture/Partnership; Planned allocation of fundraising capital; Expansion (expanding an existing activity)