Infraplus Consulting was appointed by BIO S.A. to prepare a pre-feasibility report for the establishment of a potato processing plant in Senegal. The aim was to assess the market potential, supply chain dynamics, and the economic viability of setting up a potato processing facility.

The report included a comprehensive industry overview, value chain analysis, and an assessment of global and regional potato production and consumption. Infraplus also examined local farming practices, the availability of raw materials, and infrastructure requirements for processing and storage. The consultancy aimed to provide financial projections, capital investment estimates, and a clear understanding of profitability and market demand for potato-based products in Senegal.

Scope of Work:

1. Industry & Market Analysis:
- Industry overview and sector analysis of the potato processing industry in Senegal
- Raw material availability and value chain assessment for the local potato supply
- Global and regional production and consumption analysis to identify market trends
- Detailed supply chain analysis, including small-scale farmers, cooperatives, traders, and exporters
2. Infrastructure and Market Potential:
- Analysis of field collection centers, primary processing centers, warehouses, and cold storage facilities
- Market potential assessment, evaluating current market position and forecasting future demand for processed potato products
- Integration of smallholder farmers into the market value chain, improving backward and forward linkages
3. Manufacturing & Plant Design:
- Manufacturing process design, including a process flow diagram for the proposed plant
- Plant layout design for efficient operations and space utilization
4. Economic & Financial Analysis:
- Capital investment analysis, including land development costs, plant machinery, and miscellaneous fixed assets
- Cost breakdown for construction, civil works, and operational setup
- Project economics and profitability analysis to evaluate the financial feasibility of the processing plant

Deliverables:

Industry overview report with a detailed sector analysis
Raw material and value chain assessment
Market demand and consumption analysis for potato-based products
Supply chain analysis including smallholder integration strategies
Manufacturing process designs, including process flow diagram and plant layout
Capital investment breakdown, including land, machinery, and construction costs
Project economics and profitability analysis report

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