DLL, AGRI3 and Rivulis Launch Blended Finance Program to Scale Sustainable Irrigation

Published: June 11, 2026

LIMA – DLL, the AGRI3 Fund, and Rivulis have launched a blended finance programme to expand access to sustainable irrigation for growers in emerging markets. The initiative combines public and private capital with risk-sharing mechanisms to make financing for sustainable agricultural solutions more accessible.

Developed with Rabo Partnerships, the programme enables financing of drip irrigation systems that traditionally fall outside standard lending criteria because of their limited collateral value. By sharing risk across partners, the structure unlocks new opportunities for both farmers and commercial lenders to support the transition to sustainable agriculture.

Rivulis provides its advanced drip irrigation systems, plus full implementation and service, in a single turnkey package. AGRI3 provides guarantees and sustainability standards that help de-risk investments. DLL delivers financing expertise and local market execution.

Peru is the first pilot market, where growing water stress and agricultural expansion are raising demand for efficient irrigation. The programme’s first client, San Efisio, a blueberry farm in the Paiján Valley, gains access to Rivulis’ turnkey solution, a comprehensive system that improves water efficiency while securing more consistent yields and income.

The initiative also introduces a newly developed water risk assessment tool, designed to help financed growers manage water extraction responsibly and sustainably. Beyond water use, the proposition drives meaningful improvements for farming communities, supporting women’s participation, permanent employment contracts, and fair wages.

Designed for scale, the programme aims to expand beyond Peru into additional regions, supporting the broader transition to a more resilient and sustainable food system.

Quotes

“This program shows what is possible when financial institutions, impact investors and agritechnology partners work as equals. By combining our strengths, we can unlock sustainable agriculture in emerging markets — creating value for growers, lenders and the environment alike.”
— Pieter Bos, Senior Blended Finance Advisor, Rabo Partnerships

“For sustainable agriculture to truly scale, we must connect the right technology with the right financial stakeholders. Rivulis acts as the conduit in this process — integrating our turnkey irrigation solutions with specialised financing to make climate resilience bankable. We are proud to be the catalyst for a program that empowers farmers to grow beyond, regardless of their starting point.”
— Eran Ossmy, President, Rivulis

“This initiative is more than a financing program. It is a step toward the portfolio we want to build for the future. By showing that sustainable irrigation can work for farmers, partners and lenders alike, it opens the door to other sustainable assets that can help our customers grow while using resources more efficiently. The same approach could support precision agriculture, renewable energy and other solutions that strengthen a more resilient and sustainable portfolio across the region.”
— Julian Infante, Commercial Manager, DLL

“At AGRI3, we provide guarantees to unlock investment in practical solutions that strengthen more resilient and sustainable food systems. This program combines efficient irrigation with water risk checks to support responsible water use, improve climate resilience and deliver tangible benefits for growers and farming communities. For AGRI3, this is exactly the kind of scalable impact we aim to catalyse.”
— Casper Havinga, Investment Director, AGRI3 Fund

About Rabo Partnerships

Rabo Partnerships is Rabobank’s partner-driven proposition for driving impact and return in emerging markets. With more than 35 years of experience and active in over 29 countries, it works with financial institutions and ecosystem players to expand access to inclusive financial services and support sustainable food and agriculture value chains. Through advisory services, equity investments, and blended finance solutions, Rabo Partnerships enables partners to grow, innovate, and deliver long-term impact for rural communities.

About Rivulis

Rivulis is a global leader in micro-irrigation, empowering farmers to grow beyond through advanced drip and sprinkler systems. Operating in over 120 countries, Rivulis offers field-proven technologies and services that drive sustainable agriculture and water efficiency worldwide. With 20 large-scale manufacturing sites across 15 countries and around 2,400 employees, the company combines innovation, accessibility, and sustainability to lead the mass adoption of micro-irrigation globally.

About DLL

DLL is a global asset finance company for equipment and technology, with a managed portfolio of more than EUR 45 billion. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, DLL provides financial solutions across the Agriculture, Construction, Energy Transition, Food, Healthcare, Intralogistics, Outdoor, Materials Handling, Technology, Transportation, and Workplace industries in more than 25 countries. It partners with equipment manufacturers, dealers, distributors, and end-users to make equipment, technology, and software easier to access and support business growth.

DLL develops innovative, more sustainable financial solutions to strengthen business resilience, optimise the use of resources, and deliver long-term value to partners, customers, and communities. Built on a partnership approach, a customer-first mindset, and deep industry knowledge, DLL provides solutions across the complete asset life cycle, including commercial finance, retail finance, and used equipment finance. DLL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rabobank Group.

To learn more, visit www.dllgroup.com.

About the AGRI3 Fund

The AGRI3 Fund was created by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and Rabobank, with partners IDH and FMO (the Dutch Entrepreneurial Bank), to support the transition to sustainable agriculture. Backed by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) through Conservation International, the Fund mobilises public and private capital globally. It provides credit enhancement tools and technical assistance to projects that prevent deforestation, stimulate reforestation, and build efficient, sustainable value chains, while reducing carbon emissions and improving rural livelihoods.