The Gambia Groundnut, Cashew & TDA Concession Calculator 🇬🇲
Compute statutory trade settlements: NFSPMC official peanut farm-gate payouts, raw cashew nut (RCN) quality export margins, and Gambia Tourism Board (GTBoard) beach concession fees.
NFSPMC / GGC Groundnut Buying Station (Secco) Settlement
1 Metric Ton = 1,000 kg (20 × 50kg bags)
Government official floor price (D 38.00 / kg)
Deducted at Secco for cooperative seed & fertilizer
Local weighing, bagging, and CPAC cooperative dues
Statutory Itemized Settlement
The Gambia Agronomy & TDA Regulatory Benchmarks
| Commodity / Sector | Regulatory Authority | Benchmark Basis | Statutory Deductions / Levies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groundnut (Peanuts) | NFSPMC / GGC | Guaranteed national floor price per MT | Fertilizer loan recovery & Secco weighing dues |
| Raw Cashew Nuts (RCN) | MoTIE / CAG | Export KOR (48-52 lbs outturn factor) | Ministry export development cess (D 1,800/MT) |
| TDA Beach Concessions | GTBoard | 800m protected Atlantic coastal zone | D 75,000/Ha lease + D 100/night tourism fund |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Gambian Agronomy & TDA
What is the official NFSPMC groundnut farmgate price mechanism?
The National Food Security Processing and Marketing Corporation (NFSPMC, formerly GGC) announces an annual guaranteed floor price per metric ton for groundnuts every trade season. Buying stations (Seccos) disburse immediate cash to farmers after deducting input credit and weighing fees.
How does Kernel Output Ratio (KOR) affect Gambian raw cashew nut prices?
Raw Cashew Nuts (RCN) are priced based on their Kernel Output Ratio (KOR) in lbs. Standard export grade is 48-49 lbs. High-yield lots scoring 50-52 lbs KOR command an 8% or higher premium, while lower outturns are discounted.
What fees are charged for beachfront leases in the Tourism Development Area (TDA)?
Administered by the Gambia Tourism Board (GTBoard), beachfront concessions along the 800-meter protected Atlantic coastal strip carry an annual lease fee of approximately D 75,000 per hectare plus standard institutional licensing.
What is the GTBoard Tourism Development Levy per room night?
Hotels, eco-lodges, and resorts in The Gambia collect and remit a statutory Tourism Development Fund levy (typically D 100 per occupied room night) to the GTBoard for destination marketing and sector infrastructure.
What statutory levies apply to cashew exports through the Port of Banjul?
Cashew exports are subject to the Ministry of Trade (MoTIE) export development cess, National Agricultural Research Institute (NARI) phytosanitary inspection certificates, and GPA port handling fees.
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Verified Technical AuthorPrincipal Civil & Systems Software Engineer specializing in agricultural commodity supply chains, tourism land tenure economics, and West African concession models.
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| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (GMD) |
|---|---|
| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | D 0.00 |