Ministry of Agriculture Livestock Forestry Fisheries & Biosecurity

Across Vanuatu’s limited 12,189 km2 land area, the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry, Fisheries & Biosecurity (MALFFB) plays a crucial role. Here, at the heart of its operations in Port Vila, the Ministry tackles the challenge of maximizing agricultural output from just one-third of the nation’s farmable land. The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry, Fisheries & Biosecurity (MALFFB) isn’t just an office; it’s the engine driving Vanuatu’s economic growth. Agriculture, forestry, and fishing contribute about 15% of the nation’s GDP and represent nearly all merchandise exports. The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry, Fisheries & Biosecurity (MALFFB) champions sustainable resource management. Their focus is on efficient resource use for economic growth and the well-being of the people. Since 2003, the agricultural sector, under the guidance of the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry, Fisheries & Biosecurity (MALFFB), has seen a steady annual growth of 3.3%. This surpasses the overall economic growth of 2.8% and the population growth rate of 2.6%. The ministry recognizes the importance of including women, youth, and vulnerable groups in agriculture. They also aim to empower the private sector to take a leading role in driving their respective industries. One significant hurdle the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry, Fisheries & Biosecurity (MALFFB) faces is the challenge of inter and intra-island transport. This impacts marketing, productivity, and production volume. However, the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry, Fisheries & Biosecurity (MALFFB) remains committed to its mission. They work tirelessly to ensure sustainable management and efficient development of the nation’s resources for the prosperity of all Ni-Vanuatu.