Proterra Investment Partners Asia has partnered with Mekong Blue Singapore (MBS) on a new blueberry cultivation project in southern Laos.
Proterra Asia said it has teamed up with MBS and its subsidiary Mekong Blue Laos, and a team of China-based berry industry professionals “to develop a high-quality, export-oriented blueberry operation” in Paksong.
The investment which is being made through the Proterra Asia Food Fund 3 (PAFF3), expands Proterra Asia’s Southeast Asia footprint and follows its recently announced investment in Lanna Agro Industry, Thailand’s largest frozen edamame exporter. This marks the 14th investment from PAFF3.
Beyond its commercial potential, MBS is expected to support rural development by providing employment and upskilling opportunities for the local community.
Proterra Asia will assist MBS by offering access to its network of regional distribution partners and by facilitating the implementation of robust corporate governance practices.
Tai Lin, managing partner at Proterra Asia, said: “This is our first investment in Laos and a natural extension of our strategy to build high-quality, export-focused food businesses across Asia. The opportunity in fresh berries is growing, and Laos offers the right mix of climate, location and potential to support long-term development.
“We’re working with experienced operators to build something from the ground up—focused not just on meeting demand, but on creating better farming and employment opportunities in the process. It’s early days, but we see strong foundations for something meaningful here.”
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