PNG Agriculture Commercialization and Transformation Project

pipeline

Prospective

The proposed PNG Agriculture Commercialization and Transformation Project (PACT) seeks to boost productivity, commercialization, and job creation across targeted agriculture value chains nationwide by scaling proven approaches from Phase 1 and expanding coverage from 12 to all 22 provinces. Core activities will: (i) strengthen productive partnerships among smallholder farmers, farmer organizations, and agribusinesses, including improved access to finance; (ii) develop climate-resilient productive infrastructure such as feeder roads and post-harvest logistics hubs; and (iii) enhance institutional capacity of public agencies and commodity boards. The project will focus on coffee, cocoa, spices, horticulture, and livestock, targeting smallholders, farmer groups, and agribusinesses. Financing will be led by IDA with co-financing from AIIB and collaboration with IFC and MIGA. Implementation will be managed by the Department of Agriculture and Livestock through the existing Project Coordination Unit. Expected results include higher yields and sales, mobilized private capital, and creation of new and better jobs with strong inclusion of women and youth.

World Bank Group

Project

Warehouse, Raw Materials, Road, Government