Al Wafic
جمعية الوفيق للتنمية الاقتصادية والاستثمار
Bringing private sector stakeholders together to shape the future of Agri / Agro business in Lebanon and the region.
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Who We Are
Al-Wafic groups private sector stakeholders who are working to harmonise SME initiatives that can address global reforms in Agri / Agro business and all related issues. Gender issues are also of importance; however, platforms need to be developed.
Uniting the Private Sector
Grouping private sector stakeholders around shared goals.
SMEs & Global Reforms
Harmonising SME initiatives to address global reforms in Agri / Agro business.
Gender & Inclusion
Giving importance to gender issues and developing the platforms they need.
Our Areas of Work
From market access and food standards to skills, finance and innovation.
Macro Economic Initiatives
GAFTA, EUROMED, US Free Zones and WTO accession, helping Lebanese SMEs reach international markets.
Food Standards & Accreditation
Assuring conformity with Lebanese food laws, EFSA, FDA, WTO-WHO (Codex) and FAO initiatives.
Human Resources
A well-educated, well-trained workforce for agriculture, food processing, agro-economy and agro-tourism.
Linking Companies
Connecting companies with local & international food service and catering companies.
Training & Developing Tools
Marketing and labeling tools such as PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) and Lebanese “Terroir”.
Developing Projects
Food safety, rural, social and environmental initiatives & laws projects.
Linkage
Reinforcing linkages between agriculture & industry.
Financial Development Plan
Generating an integrated financial development plan for SMEs.
New Product Development
Reinforcing new product development concepts and culture.
Innovations in Agriculture
Supporting modern, sustainable approaches that help Lebanese farmers and agri-food businesses grow.