Who we are / Info
Ministère de l’Agriculture et de l’Elevage (MINAGRIE). Established under Decree No. 100/115 of April 30, 2013, which reorganized its structure and strategic priorities, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MINAGRIE) of Burundi plays a central role in the formulation and implementation of national agricultural policy. It is responsible for ensuring sustainable agricultural and livestock development aimed at improving food security, increasing rural incomes, and contributing to economic growth. MINAGRIE operates through a comprehensive and collaborative approach, working with other ministries and stakeholders to enhance productivity, preserve natural resources, and promote innovation in agro-sylvo-pastoral systems.
Our products / services (list)
Designing, planning, coordinating, and executing national policy on agriculture and livestock;
Regulating and monitoring agri-food sector operations and investments;
Ensuring food security through the promotion of food crops and animal production, in collaboration with land management entities;
Developing and implementing national policy on soil protection and fertilization;
Promoting conservation, storage, and processing of agricultural and livestock products;
Creating strategies for crop defense and genetic improvement of local animal breeds, while rehabilitating endangered crops and species;
Encouraging sustainable animal and plant production practices;
Supervising animal health services and structures;
Defining and applying national mobilization policy for self-development and agricultural extension;
Supporting fisheries and aquaculture exploitation alongside public and private research entities;
Promoting agro-pastoral project financing structures;
Improving public nutrition in cooperation with the Ministry of Health and specialized organizations;
Developing and managing the Ministry’s investment projects.
