Overview & Mission

Farming and Engineering Services (FES), established in 1967, is an integrated agricultural solutions provider operating in Malawi and neighboring countries. The company has evolved beyond equipment sales to deliver full solutions — combining machinery, contracting services, precision agriculture, and after-sales support. Its mission emphasizes mechanising African agriculture, enhancing food security, and improving farmer profitability.

Products, Services & Business Segments

FES offers a broad range of products and services, typically clustered into these areas:

Segment Key Offerings / Activities
Equipment & Machinery Distribution of tractors, implements, construction equipment, material-handling machines (e.g., forklifts), irrigation equipment, and power generation sets.
Contracting / Leasing Services Services such as land preparation (precision land leveling, plowing), bulk water supply, road maintenance, drone services, and leasing of equipment.
Support & After-Sales On-site and mobile service workshops, spare parts supply, technical support, and servicing capabilities.
Agri-Labs / Testing Operation of AgriLab, a soil, leaf, and water testing service that helps farmers optimize input use and improve yields.
Precision / Technology Solutions Drone technology for crop analysis and protection, as well as other precision agriculture and climate-resilient farming techniques.
Geographic Presence & Operations

FES has depots and branch offices in Blantyre, Lilongwe, Nchalo, and Dwangwa.

It also operates in Zambia and has expanded into Tanzania.

The head office in Malawi is located in Blantyre (Kaohsiung Road, Mandala, PO Box 918).

Ownership & Strategic Moves

In 2020, FES received investment from a consortium including private equity and development finance institutions to support growth and regional expansion.

The management team retained equity in the company.

As part of its strategy, FES aims to replicate its integrated business model (equipment + contracting + solutions) in neighboring countries.

Strengths & Competitive Positioning

Key strengths and strategic advantages of FES include:

Integrated model: Offering both machinery and services helps build long-term client relationships.

Brand partnerships: Holds distributorship rights for globally recognized equipment brands such as Massey Ferguson and Komatsu.

Local infrastructure: Strong support network with branch offices, service workshops, and mobile units across Malawi.

Technology and value-add services: Precision agriculture and lab testing services add significant value beyond traditional equipment sales.

Investor backing: With strong financial support, FES is well positioned to expand regionally and strengthen its market position.