1. Can you introduce Arbiochem and its mission in Madagascar’s bioeconomy?
Arbiochem was founded in 2010 by my wife and me. Our purpose is to nourish and care for the future, creating sustainable nutrition and healthcare solutions for Madagascar and Africa. Today, Arbiochem encompasses 13 companies and employs more than 1,000 people. We are actively building an integrated ecosystem that drives both human development and environmental sustainability, positioning Madagascar as a key player in Africa’s emerging bioeconomy.
2. What inspired the creation of a company focused on agroindustry and sustainable innovation in Madagascar?
Our core business is health and nutrition. We feed and care: for animals, for people, and for the crops. With Madagascar’s population growing by nearly one million people each year, and projected to reach 40 million by 2035, the need is urgent. We must ensure that food and healthcare are accessible, affordable, and sustainable, protecting both people’s well-being and the environment for generations to come.
3. What kind of products or bio-sourced technologies is Arbiochem group currently developing or commercializing?
Arbiochem group operates three integrated sectors, poultry, tilapia, and pork, managing every step from hatchery to finished products. We supply day old chicks, tilapia fry, equipment, feed, veterinary products, run slaughterhouses, and distribute. We also support small-scale farmers in animal production and aquaculture, while developing plant-based solutions to ensure a sustainable and diversified food supply.
4. How does Arbiochem leverage Madagascar’s rich biodiversity and natural resources in its value chain ?
Our model is built on respect for the environment and efficient use of resources. In Madagascar, land and water are precious. By practicing sustainable intensification, we produce more protein with less resources, thus less impact on nature. We avoid antibiotics and prioritize good nutrition, which strengthens public health.
5. Are you open to partnerships with investors or institutions from the UAE and the Gulf region ?
We are open to partnerships, but they must be fair and balanced, built on shared values and long-term vision. Our ambition is to grow rapidly and become a credible strategic partner for multinational corporations entering Madagascar. We seek for partners who can walk with us, not just with capital, but with a vision for impact.
6. What final message would you like to share with international readers on Arbiochem’s vision and Madagascar’s potential as a green innovation hub?
Madagascar’s greatest asset is its people, young, ambitious, educated and ready to build. Our land is fertile, our institutions are eager to collaborate, the private sector here is vibrant and resilient. We operate to global standards, and we see Madagascar as a launchpad for regional innovation. Our country is also strategically located in the Indian Ocean, just a few hours from the Gulf states, with favorable time zones and shipping routes. With the right leadership and partnerships, we can follow a transformation path as remarkable as the Gulf’s own success story.
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