Agriculture · Mozambique · Shared growth

Growing the future of Northern Mozambique.

A diversified, climate-resilient agricultural platform combining commercial agriculture, sustainable agroforestry and community participation.

Our development model Partner with us

Cabo Delgado / 13° 38' S

Farmland

4,418 hectares (10,917 acres)

About 80% has irrigation potential

Water License

16 million m³ / year

Equivalent to ~4.2 billion US gallons

Execution

Farming implementation partner

Agricane Consulting Ltd. A specialized agricultural execution team, established in 1995 with agricultural project implementation in over 20 countries across Africa.

01 / About DDI

Sustainable agriculture. Shared growth.

DDI is developing a diversified, climate-resilient agricultural platform in Cabo Delgado, Northern Mozambique, combining commercial agriculture with sustainable agroforestry, community participation and rural economic development.

A Changing Regional Investment Environment

Northern Mozambique is entering a period of renewed large-scale investment. TotalEnergies and the Government of Mozambique announced the full restart of Mozambique LNG in January 2026 following the lifting of force majeure in November 2025.

Farmer tending to a young agricultural crop

ExxonMobil describes Rovuma LNG Phase 1, at FID, as potentially the largest private investment in Africa’s history. DDI believes this renewed investment environment provides an important backdrop for the development of a modern agricultural economy capable of generating employment, food production, community income and agricultural exports. Our objective is to build a commercially sustainable agricultural business that creates employment, develops skills, strengthens food security, increases smallholder incomes and generates agricultural export revenues for Mozambique.

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Our Journey

The establishment of a large-scale agricultural development required extensive community consultation, land-use planning and regulatory processes, ultimately leading to the granting of DDI’s 50-year renewable DUAT (Land Use Rights) in November 2021. The land-use planning included detailed topographical surveys, soil testing and mapping, water-resource assessments and agricultural development planning. Numerous Mozambican and international agricultural specialists have been engaged to evaluate crop and development strategies suited to the farm’s soils, climate, water resources and socio-economic environment. DDI has undertaken practical agricultural operations including commercial horticultural production, approximately 75 hectares of established cashew orchards and support for community and cooperative grain production.

An Evolving Strategy

DDI’s original development concept focused substantially on large-scale commercial grain production. While technically viable, highly mechanised broadacre agriculture offered relatively limited opportunities for permanent employment and skills transfer. DDI also recognised the importance of moving away from dependence on large-scale monocropping. The strategy therefore evolved towards a more diversified, environmentally resilient and socially sustainable production platform, capable of balancing commercial agriculture with employment creation and community participation. The objective is to combine food production for domestic markets, higher-value crops capable of increasing employment and community incomes, and export-oriented agriculture capable of generating foreign currency revenues for Mozambique.

02 / The Farm

A natural foundation for diversified agriculture.

DDI’s Farmland is located in Cabo Delgado Province, Northern Mozambique, within an area offering substantial potential for irrigated agricultural development.

The farmland combines predominantly level to gently sloping terrain, favourable soils, a warm tropical climate and access to water resources, providing considerable flexibility in the development of different agricultural production systems.

Soils

The farm is characterised predominantly by deep, well-drained red Hutton-type soils. High-quality Hutton-type soils are recognised for their effective depth, stable structure, good drainage and favourable rooting environment, making them well suited to irrigated agriculture and perennial crop production.

Climate

Warm tropical conditions and distinct wet and dry seasons create a flexible growing environment. Average daytime temperatures generally range from approximately 27°C to 33°C, while average night-time temperatures typically range from approximately 14–18°C during the coolest months to 20–23°C during the warmer months.

Water flowing through a natural landscape

Water & irrigation

The Chipembe Dam and Montepuez River system provide a foundation for efficient, solar-powered irrigation. The predominantly level to gently sloping terrain provides flexibility in water distribution, including the potential use of gravity-assisted distribution and water canals, where technically appropriate.

03 / Development Model

A sustainable Hub & Spoke agroforestry model.

DDI’s next phase of development is centred on a diversified and climate-resilient agricultural model combining commercial production with community participation and sustainable agroforestry. The DDI commercial farm will focus on high-value crop production using high-yielding hybrid varieties, supported by a central agricultural Hub providing plant propagation, training, technical support, irrigation and mechanisation services, processing, quality control and access to domestic and international markets.

Climate-Resilient & Diversified Production

Diversified crops and complementary activities designed to strengthen resilience, food security and long-term agricultural value.

Coffee · Black pepper · Grains · Honey

Surrounding community and cooperative projects

Spokes supported by the Hub, enabling more smallholder families to participate within the available land area.

04 / Communities

Growing together with
our communities.

DDI believes that successful commercial agriculture should contribute directly to the economic development of the communities that surround it, creating opportunities that extend beyond the farm itself.

Our commitment extends beyond employment creation. DDI intends to use the knowledge, infrastructure and agricultural capabilities developed through its commercial operations to support community-based agricultural projects and sustainable rural enterprises.

Working with communities, cooperatives and development partners, DDI aims to facilitate access to high-quality planting material, agricultural inputs, practical training, technical assistance, irrigation solutions, mechanisation and markets.

05 / Sustainable agriculture

Built for the long term.

DDI’s agricultural development strategy seeks to balance commercial performance, environmental resilience and social sustainability. Rather than relying on a single-crop production system, DDI intends to develop a diversified agricultural platform combining perennial crops, food production, agroforestry and complementary activities.

Agroforestry

Coffee and black pepper production will be integrated with nitrogen-fixing shade trees, contributing organic material, supporting soil health, providing shade and creating a more diverse agricultural environment. Beekeeping complements this system by creating an additional source of income while supporting pollination and biodiversity across the agricultural landscape.

Climate & Water

Efficient systems designed for a changing climate and responsible water use. Solar-powered drip irrigation is planned for high-value perennial production, combining efficient water application with renewable energy. The diversification of crops and markets further reduces exposure to individual climatic, production and commodity-price risks.

Building soil health

Regenerative practices that improve the foundation of long-term production. DDI’s approach incorporates soil testing, targeted nutrient management, organic matter improvement, cover cropping and responsible land management. These practices are intended to protect the productive capacity of the soil while improving the long-term resilience of the farming system.

Social Sustainability

Skills, livelihoods and stronger rural economies at the heart of the model. Environmental sustainability must be accompanied by economic opportunity. The objective is an agricultural system capable of generating commercial returns while contributing to food security, employment, community incomes, biodiversity and responsible use of natural resources.