Rubber Sector Gains National Attention as Farmer Empowerment Advances

Nimba, Liberia: Liberia’s rubber sector has seized renewed national attention following the high-profile recognition of Gabriel Roberts, Executive Director of Americans Global Industries Group of Companies, whose expanding footprint within the brokerage landscape is increasingly linked to structured market access, transparent pricing, and strengthened participation for smallholder farmers across key producing counties.

The occasion, organized by Facts Television in Ganta City, Nimba County, convened agricultural stakeholders, business leaders, government representatives, and community figures in a ceremony that combined formal recognition with robust dialogue on sectoral development.

Director Roberts was honored as “Outstanding Rubber Broker of 2025-2026” in recognition of his impact on Liberia’s rubber trade and his commitment to improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. 

The event featured presentations on market linkages, panel discussions on farmer empowerment, and testimonials from producers who have benefited from structured trading systems introduced by private-sector actors like Roberts. 

Far from being merely ceremonial, the gathering illuminated the evolving architecture of Liberia’s rubber trade and reinforced the urgency of inclusive growth.

Director Roberts was celebrated for his strategic role within the rubber brokerage ecosystem, where his company has forged critical linkages between local producers and export channels, implementing predictable purchasing arrangements that stabilize farmer earnings amid global price volatility.

In his address, Roberts emphasized that progress within the rubber sector is inseparable from the labour, resilience, and commitment of Liberia’s farmers.

“This award is not just for me, but for the hardworking Liberian farmers who rise every day to produce and sustain our economy,” Roberts asserted.

He stressed that sustainable growth demands equitable pricing mechanisms, transparent commercial frameworks, and long-term partnerships rooted in accountability and mutual benefit.

He further reaffirmed his dedication to expanding agricultural investment within the rubber industry, underscoring the importance of responsible trade practices, enhanced operational coordination, and systems that simultaneously boost export competitiveness and safeguard rural income.

“We remain committed to working with our farmers, ensuring they receive fair value for their produce and empowering them to grow alongside us,” he assured.

The recognition event coincided with intensified national discussions on economic diversification, in which agriculture is positioned as a cornerstone for fiscal resilience, foreign exchange generation, and rural development.