FAO /REUXD/REUTD/Agricultural Machinery Supply in Serbia 2023
Client: FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations)
Location: Serbia | Year: 2023 |
Project Code: 2023/REUXD/REUTD/122599
Challenge
Under the FAO’s regional support program, targeted assistance was provided to smallholder farmers in Serbia to modernise their production systems. The scope focused on improving access to basic mechanisation for field preparation and harvesting.
Key challenges:
- Tight timeline to meet FAO procurement and delivery windows
- Coordination with local FAO offices for compliance and training
- Ensuring equipment compatibility with Serbia’s local farming standards
Our Solution
Rapanelli Procurement provided a tailored equipment package and on-site training aligned with FAO standards.
Key Contributions:
- Supplied tractors and attachments optimized for smallholder use
- Delivered on-site commissioning and basic operator training
- Coordinated documentation and delivery milestones with FAO Serbia
- Ensured compatibility with Serbian agricultural specifications
Results
- Machinery delivered on time and inspected by FAO officers
- Operators trained in safety protocols, maintenance, and daily use
- Immediate deployment by recipient cooperatives and small farms
- FAO contract closed with full compliance and client satisfaction
Impact
The project directly enhanced the productivity of selected farms and supported FAO’s goal of increasing resilience and efficiency in regional agricultural systems. The equipment package also served as a model for scalable micro-mechanisation.
Testimonial
“Rapanelli met all delivery and training benchmarks with professionalism and precision.”
— FAO Procurement Officer
Key Facts
| Item | Description |
| Country | Serbia |
| Year | 2023 |
| Client | FAO (UN) |
| Project Code | 2023/REUXD/REUTD/122599 |
| Scope | Tractors, implements, training, commissioning |
| Outcome | Boosted smallholder efficiency with timely mechanisation support |
