Grain Trade: Buying, Selling and Reservation
Malembo Lucas, is the Chairman of MF Holding Group; Managing Partner of MF Consulting Group Ltd. Founder & CEO of Malembo Farm (T) Ltd & Malembo Farm (K) Ltd and the Malembo Foundation.
International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Alumnus 2025 – U.S. Department of State. With over a decade of experience in agribusiness, including consulting, and managing agribusiness projects. Lucas is an expert in training, mentorship, coaching, and liaison services for local and international clients. He has participated in dialogues on agribusiness through various live and media programs, including international outlets such as BBC, Deutsche Welle (DW), CGTN Africa, Voice of America (VOA), Habari za UN, and local media houses. Panelist – UNECA Youth Side Event 2025 (African Continental Free Trade Area – AfCFTA). He works closely with government bodies, the international community, researchers, academics, religious leaders, and diplomats in the field of agribusiness. Active Member – UONGOZI Resources Centre | African Leadership Institute. Member – Agricultural Economic Society Tanzania (AGREST) & Tanzania Environmental Experts Association (TEEA). Member – Dar es Salaam Yacht Club | Dar es Salaam Gymkhana Club. He is a champion of SDG #2 with strong support for women and youth in agribusiness. Top 100 Tanzanian Changemakers 2023.
Staple Grains and Legumes Trade Mentorship and Coaching Program involves a mix of curated guided models towards improving the skills and practical knowledge on trading operations for staple grains and legumes. The timetable is based on the agreement between set of activities and roles.
Program Value:
- Comprehensive coverage of staple grains and legumes trade value chains: maize, rice/paddy, beans, wheat, sorghum, and other pulses, including buying during harvest seasons, safe storage, market analysis, pricing strategies, and risk management.
- Practical modules with real-life case studies (e.g., buying from farms in July/August and selling in October/December for profit), networking opportunities with large-scale buyers, processors, and financial institutions, plus connections to clients and investors.
- Flexible online and in-person sessions to build entrepreneurial skills for efficient buying, selling, reservation, profitability, and sustainable trading practices in the grains and legumes sector.
| Service | Description | Cost per Unit in TZS | Group/Corporate Discount | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buying, selling and reserving (corn or maize, paddy/rice and beans) at a capital of TZS 5 million or more | More consultation including picture about short- and long-term strategies, risk in medium levels, internal EAC market simulation, and consultation on bulky reserving on a large scale. This includes a 2–3 hours presentation or two study tours in one area, making a one month follow up. This will take place a month after the agreement/contract. | TZS 800,000 – 1,500,000 | (To be discussed) | That cost is tentative/a survey for cereals sources to buy from, the survey or monitoring will take only one month. The cost charged is not part of other costs to be incurred for transport, food and boarding (all time when on site). |
| Buying and selling/grain or cereals and reserving (maize or corn, paddy/rice and beans). Capital to start with is TZS 15 million or more | More consultation including a full picture about short- and long-term strategies, risk in medium levels, internal EAC market simulation, and consultation on bulky reserving on a large scale. This includes a 2–3 hours presentation or two study tours in one area, making a one month follow up. This will take place a month after the agreement/contract. | To be discussed | Subjected to consultation | Subjected to consultation |
| Buying, selling and reserving grains (maize, paddy/rice and beans). Capital to have in place worth TZS 30 million | More consultation will include among others, the full picture of developments in short- and long-term strategies, risk management at a medium level, simulation of the EAC, consultation on bulk reservation at a large scale. It will entail a workshop lasting about 2–3 hours or two study tours on-site, followed by a one-month follow-up. This will commence after signing the agreement between the parties and as the transaction begins. | To be discussed | To be discussed | Subjected to consultation |
General Terms & Conditions
Agreement:
Parties shall sign a Service Agreement; prepared and witnessed by Malembo Lucas legal counsel.
Payment Terms:
80% deposit upfront, 20% upon completion..
Procedure:
- Contact us via Call/WhatsApp or Email.
- Telephone: +255 222 2617050
- Mobile/WhatsApp: +255 718 387 558
- Email: info@malembos.com
- Pay upfront via Bank, Mobile Pay or cash (receipt provided).
BANK DETAILS:
- Bank: CRDB BANK
- Account: 0152222669900
- Name: LUCAS ELIAS MALEMBO
MOBILE PAY:
- Provider: Yas Tanzania
- Number: 0718387558
- Name: LUCAS ELIAS MALEMBO
- Provide feedback via short online form (Google Forms link provided post-service).