Agriculture

Rwanda is facing two major economic challenges: rising prices and a persistent trade deficit, with imports far exceeding exports. Experts say agriculture could offer a sustainable solution.
The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) has reported that Rwanda earned more than Rwf11.4 billion from agricultural and livestock exports between February 23 and 27, 2026.
Rwanda earned more than Rwf 26 billion ($18.5 million) from agricultural exports between February 16 and 20, 2026, the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (NAEB) reported.
The Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (NAEB) has showcased progress on the Promoting Smallholder Agro-Export Competitiveness (PSAC) project, which supports smallholder farmers growing export crops.
The Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB), in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB), has launched a $9 million initiative to address climate-related challenges in the Western Province.
The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) has launched the construction of five modern drying facilities designed to reduce post-harvest losses of chili and onions, strengthening Rwanda’s agricultural value chain.
Coffee farmers grouped under Twongere Umusaruro wa Kawa Cooperative in Kayonza District have transformed coffee growing, processing and export into a thriving business, positioning themselves as both producers and exporters in Rwanda’s expanding coffee value chain.
Rice farmers in Bugarama sector, Rusizi district, are set to receive compensation after heavy rains destroyed more than 80 hectares of their crops.
Floriculture in Rwanda continues to gain momentum, with flowers now ranking among the country’s growing agricultural exports.
Kayonza district is set to begin construction of a new Azote factory, aimed at producing frozen semen for dairy cows and improving access to high-quality breeding material for local farmers.