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Key Links

Don't know where to start? 

We understand that economic sustainability is a key part of executing projects promoting environmental and social sustainability and that connections are essential to learn and operate internationally. We've compiled a hub of information and key links relevant to agribusiness in Chile and New Zealand to explore.

Financing

ANZ Business Green Loan

Agribusiness can access financing for sustainable projects at a special rate including projects linked to renewable energy, energy efficiency, green buildings, sustainable land use, sustainable waste water and freshwater

Ministry for Primary Industries - Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures - NZ

Co-funding from the NZ Government in relevant sectors for projects that sustainably benefit NZ and are consistent with international trade obligations

Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment Endeavour Fund - NZ

Funding for innovative research projects with transformative potential. Previous successful applicants have included innovative and technological ideas for sustainable agriculture

Fondo de Protección Ambiental - Chile

Funding for projects linked to protecting and revitalisation of the environment, sustainable development, preservation of nature and environmental heritage, with a special petition for indigenous groups

Fontagro - LATAM

Sustainable co-financing for the development of agricultural technology across Latin America, the Caribbean, and Spain, alongside a forum to encourage the discussion of innovative agri-technologies

Impact Enterprise Fund

Provides growth capital to businesses that deliver social and/or environmental impact, alongside attractive financial returns. Among others, target sectors include: Agriculture, Technology and Clean Energy.

ANZ Sustainable Finance for Institutional Customers

  • Green, Social and Sustainability Loans

  • Green, Social and Sustainability Bonds

  • Sustainability-Linked Loans

  • Sustainability-Linked Bonds

  • Sustainability-Linked Derivatives

  • Sustainability-Linked Guarantees

  • Guarantees/Letters of Credit issued in respect of Green Assets/Projects

  • Sustainable Supply Chain Finance

Māori Agribusiness Funding MPI NZ

The New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries offers support and funding for Māori Agribusiness projects

Fondo Verde para el Clima - Chile

Financing for mitigation and adaptation projects in developing countries considered most vulnerable to climate change

Proyectos de Innovación de Interés Privado para el Agro - Chile

Funding for Private-Sector Forestry and Agriculture Innovation Projects to help the development and commercialisation of products 

Proyectos de Innovación de Interés Privado para el Agro

Funding for Private-Sector Forestry and Agriculture Innovation Projects to help the development and commercialisation of products 

Official Website of NZ Government grants for businesses

Further info hub for grants, support, business mentoring, to help establish new businesses

Santander Chile - Crédito de Consumo Verde

Financing at discounted rates for sustainability projects for personal homes, SMEs, and additional benefits for B Corps.

Sustainable Finance Agriculture Initiative (SAFI) - NZ

Steering group of major NZ banks, the NZ Government, and sustainability boards to progress funding and development of financing sustainable agriculture

Fondos Concursables Ministerio de Medio Ambiente Chile

Funding from the Chilean Ministry of the Environment for projects relating to climate change

Proyectos de Innovación de Bienes Públicos para el Agro - Chile

Funding to support the development of innovative goods and services to encourage common solutions for the Forestry and Agriculture Sector

AGMART

Agricultural and Marketing Research and Development Trust. “Future shapers” that invest through grants and scholarships in future leaders in agribusiness.

Ministry of Environment Funds

Official Website of NZ Ministry of Environment hub links for funding of sustainability initiatives and projects.

Connections

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE)

New Zealand government organisation that helps kiwi business internationalise. This is a great source of networks and industry advice, with networks across Latin America, including an office in Santiago, Chile.

NZ Ministry for Primary Industries

The New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries oversees management, regulation, and support for the agricultural sector, including exports. Multiple functions including research, advisory, funding.

Center of Asia-Pacific Excellence

Helping build cultural capabilities and strengthening relationships across Asia-Pacific Businesses and Individuals.

Latin America New Zealand Business Council

New Zealand-based business council promoting and connecting business between New Zealand and Latin America

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade - NZ Embassy to Chile

New Zealand and Chile have over 50 years of official diplomatic relations, with the first NZ embassy in Latin America established in Chile. 

World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

NZ focus include:

  • Regenerative farming, food system approach and the blue economy

  • Prioritise domestic emissions reductions

  • Partnering with businesses to drive their emissions towards net zero though Science Based Nature Targets and Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi)

Chilean Chamber of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce in Chile to support international business and investment in the Chilean market. 

He Waka Eke Noa - Primary Sector Climate Action Partnership

Government, Iwi, and Primary Sector Partnership with steering group to recommend pathways for emissions reduction.

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