Agro & Food Processing
Tapping into Belize's Rich Agricultural Heritage
Industry Overview
Belize’s long-standing agricultural tradition makes agro-processing and food processing investments exceptionally attractive. With over 1,998,230 acres of arable land (38% of total land area), the country offers strong opportunities in both agricultural input provision and high-value output processing.
Strategically located near major consumer markets in North, Central, and South America and the Caribbean, Belize provides unparalleled access supported by a government dedicated to sustainable food security and export growth.
Agro-Processing & Food Product Opportunities
Agricultural & Organic Commodities
Grains (rice, corn), legumes (assorted beans), vegetables, and tropical fruits such as banana, pineapple, and coconut for domestic use and export.
Livestock & Meat Products
Dairy, beef, poultry, and value-added meat products such as sausages and smoked meats.
Biofuel & Renewable Energy
Opportunities in biodiesel and feedstock production from crops like sugarcane, sorghum, and jatropha.
Agro-Processing Products
Fruit juices, condiments, dehydrated fruit snacks, coconut and soybean oils, chocolate, gluten-free flours, and wines.
Competitive Advantages
Reach major consumer markets across the Americas and the Caribbean with established trade agreements like the EU, CARICOM, and CBI (USA).
Over 1.9 million acres of fertile, underutilized land ready for scalable agricultural production.
Ideal for organic, eco-friendly, and fair-trade production to meet rising global demand.
A cost-effective, multilingual labor force in a politically and socially stable environment.
High-Potential Investment Opportunities
Raw Produce & Organic Production
Expand organic cultivation and integrated agri-aquaculture systems for premium exports.
Non-Traditional & High-Value Crops
Hydroponic and greenhouse systems for high-value crops like cacao, coffee, and spices.
Value-Added Processing
Processing facilities to turn raw produce and livestock into high-profit exports.
Biofuel & Renewable Energy
Invest in biofuel and ethanol production to support Belize’s green energy initiatives.
Agricultural Inputs & Packaging
Production of organic fertilizers, agro-inputs, and eco-friendly packaging solutions.
Logistics & Supply Chain
Develop export-handling facilities and transportation services for efficient agri-exports.