Norway backs blended finance model for global food production
Norway and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) have reaffirmed their partnership, with a focus on mobilising private capital into agriculture and food systems.
The initiative centres on “first mile” investment, using concessional finance and guarantees to de-risk projects in emerging markets, where mainstream investors have limited exposure.
The model could have implications for future investment in aquaculture and other scalable protein sectors, although no specific projects were outlined.
