European Union-Funded AgriFI invests ~EUR 2.2 million in Complete Farmer to drive Ghana’s Innovation in Agritech
The investment will support farmers and expand Complete Farmer’s digital platform in Ghana’s five northern underserved regions providing services to over 50,000 farmers.
Accra, Ghana and Brussels, Belgium – 23 June 2025 – The European Union-funded AgriFI facility, managed by EDFI Management Company, is investing ~EUR 2.2 million (USD 2.5 million) in Complete Farmer (CF), a Ghanaian agritech company working to improve market access and productivity for smallholder farmers. The investment will support the company’s continued expansion and the construction of fulfilment centres in Ghana’s five northern regions, in alignment with the regional priorities of the AgriFI Ghana Country Window.
The EU financing will contribute to the construction of six new fulfilment centres – hubs for aggregation, quality control, and logistics – with a focus on the country’s northern regions. By investing where access to markets and agricultural infrastructure remains limited, the initiative aims to stimulate rural employment, improve incomes, and shorten value chains, contributing to the EU’s broader development objectives and providing services to over 5,000 farmers.
Irchad Razaaly, European Union Ambassador to Ghana stated: “Through this investment from the European Union Facility, AgriFI Ghana Country Window to Complete Farmer, we are not only supporting this agri company itself, but also all its clients. The new fulfilment centres and a better digital platform will benefit farmers in underserved regions in Northern Ghana. This support will make it easier for small farmers to get quality seeds and tools, access advice, and sell their crops. This means less hassle, better harvests, and more money in farmers’ pockets”.
“By supporting Complete Farmer, we are investing in a more inclusive and sustainable agri-food system in Ghana,” said Rodrigo Madrazo García de Lomana, CEO of EDFI Management Company. “This investment will enable the company to reach more underserved regions, strengthen value chains, and multiply the benefits for growers and buyers alike — fully aligned with our mission to foster sustainable and inclusive growth.”
Founded in 2017 by Ghanaian entrepreneur Desmond Koney, Complete Farmer has built an innovative platform that connects key actors in the agricultural value chain. Through its digital infrastructure, the company bridges the gap between growers, international buyers, and input vendors, helping farmers grow high-quality produce tailored to market demand while giving buyers reliable access to traceable, export-ready crops. Complete Farmer aims to provide services to over 50,000 Ghanaian farmers by 2028.
“Partnering with European Union funded AgriFI strengthens our mission to create a more resilient agricultural sector in West Africa,” said Desmond Koney, CEO of Complete Farmer. “We believe technology can empower farmers and buyers alike – and with this support, we can reach thousands more with the tools and market access they need.”
In 2023, Complete Farmer successfully raised over USD 10 million in private capital to expand its model across Ghana and neighbouring countries. The AgriFI investment complements this by deepening the company’s local footprint in underserved areas and crowding in further investment.
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About the European Union in Ghana
The European Union has been a longstanding partner to Ghana, working hand in hand with government institutions, civil society, and the private sector to promote inclusive and sustainable development. Through its various programmes, the EU supports key areas such as agriculture, education, governance, and green growth, aiming to improve livelihoods, reduce inequalities, and foster long-term resilience across the country.
About EDFI Management Company
EDFI Management Company (EDFI MC) is a multilaterally owned impact asset manager which delivers innovative development finance solutions that enable European Development Financial Institutions, development banks and private sector investors to increase the scale and impact of their work. The company focuses on business models, technologies and geographies where other investors have not been able to operate at the desired scale given their resources and investment criteria.
AgriFI, the EU Agriculture Financing Initiative, is an impact investment facility funded by the European Union, managed by EDFI Management Company, with a mandate to unlock, accelerate and leverage sustainable investments in medium, small and micro agri-enterprises (MSME) that operate in developing countries, with a specific focus on smallholder’s inclusiveness. For more information, visit www.agrifi.eu and www.edfimc.eu.
About AgriFI – Ghana Country Window
A EUR 10 million country window dedicated to sustainably increase production and incomes of smallholder farmers in Ghana, by investing in private sector enterprises, financial institutions and/or funds focusing on farmers livelihood improvement. It supports the modernisation of the country agri-food systems in the five Northern regions, and aims to support 12,000 smallholders, who in turn will create additional employment and grow their companies’ production, while restricting potential negative impacts on the environment and climate. Read more: https://edfimc.eu/what-we-do/agrifi/ghana-country-window/
About Complete Farmer
Complete Farmer is a Ghanaian agritech company founded in 2017 that provides a digital platform connecting growers, buyers, and agricultural input vendors. By offering tailored production protocols, real-time monitoring, and end-to-end market access, Complete Farmer empowers smallholder farmers to produce high-quality, export-ready crops that meet the demands of local and international buyers. With a mission to build resilient and inclusive agricultural value chains in West Africa, Complete Farmer is transforming how agriculture is financed, monitored, and marketed across the region. Read more: https://www.completefarmer.com/
For more information, please contact:
Natasa Lakovic
Senior Communication Specialist
EDFI Management Company
Email: n.lakovic@edfimc.eu
Abdul-Kudus Husein
Press and Information Officer
European Union in Ghana
