Forafric, a Leading African Agribusiness, Teams with Alapala to Nearly Double Wheat and Durum Processing Capacity

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Forafric Global PLC (NASDAQ: AFRI) has announced a significant partnership with Alapala Foreign Trade LLC to expand its milling operations in Morocco. The agreement involves upgrading three existing mills and constructing three new mills, anticipated to boost wheat and durum processing capacity by 2,370 metric tons per day within 30 months. The total investment for this expansion is approximately one billion Moroccan Dirhams (about US$101 million). The initiative aims to enhance production and strengthen Forafric's market presence in Morocco and Sub-Saharan Africa.

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• Expansion of milling capacity by 2,370 metric tons per day within 30 months.
• Total investment of approximately one billion Moroccan Dirhams (~US$101 million), indicating strong financial commitment.
• Collaboration with Alapala, a leader in the milling industry, enhances technological and operational capabilities.

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CASABLANCA, Morocco--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Forafric Global PLC (Nasdaq: AFRI, or “Forafric”), a vertically integrated agribusiness serving Africa, today announced that its fully-owned subsidiary, Forafric Maroc, has entered into an agreement with Alapala Foreign Trade LLC (“ALAPALA”) to expand existing mills and construct new mills to significantly increase its wheat and durum processing capacity.

Under the terms of the agreement, ALAPALA will extend three of Forafric Maroc’s existing mills and construct three new mills. This expansion is expected to increase wheat and durum processing capacity by 2.370 metric tons per 24 hours over the next 30 months. Forafric Maroc’s present crushing capacity represents 2.420 metric tons per day. The global cost of this expansion, including all components, buildings, equipment and working capital is approximately one billion Moroccan Dirhams (~US$101 million).

Mustapha Jamal Eddine, Forafric Maroc CEO, commented, “We have improved our processes, lowered our cost basis and increased market penetration over the last four years. Teaming with ALAPALA will enable us to significantly increase output and take our business to the next level. Leveraging synergies will help us to further lower our cost basis and provides an entry into the dynamic Moroccan market.”

Gorkem Alapala, Vice Chairman of the Board of ALAPALA Holdings, commented, “We are pleased to have the opportunity to work with Forafric Maroc on its program to enter a new market and significantly increase its production output. Together we will deploy our innovative technology to further develop the milling industry in Morocco.”

About Alapala Foreign Trade LLC

Founded in 2003, Alapala Foreign Trade exports machinery for Alapala, MS Italia and Henry Simon as well as silo and handling equipment. Alapala Foreign Trade also exports flour and pasta to mainly the Africa continent.

ALAPALA is a leader in the global milling industry with an impressive history of successfully completing more than 700 mills across the globe.

About Forafric

Forafric is a leading agribusiness player in Africa with activities in Morocco and Sub-Saharan Africa. It is the milling industry leader with a complete range of flour and semolina, and secondary processing products such as pasta and couscous. The Group operates 12 industrial units, and 2 logistics platforms. Forafric exports its products to more than 45 countries around the world. Forafric intends to continue expanding both in Morocco and in Africa and contributing to growing Africa food security.

Forward-Looking Statements

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FAQ

What is the new partnership between Forafric Global PLC and Alapala Foreign Trade LLC about?

Forafric Global PLC has entered an agreement with Alapala to expand milling operations, including upgrades to existing mills and construction of new ones.

How much will Forafric Global PLC invest in the expansion project?

The total investment for the expansion is approximately one billion Moroccan Dirhams, equivalent to about US$101 million.

What is the expected increase in processing capacity for Forafric Global PLC?

The expansion is expected to increase wheat and durum processing capacity by 2,370 metric tons per day.

When is the expansion project expected to be completed?

The expansion is projected to be completed within 30 months.

What benefits does Forafric Global PLC expect from the partnership with Alapala?

The partnership aims to enhance production output and leverage technological synergies in the milling industry.