A specialist service for a vital sector

Agriculture is an activity of strategic importance for our economy and the natural environment. Although the number of farmers is declining, their role remains essential for food sovereignty, the preservation of our landscapes, and the vitality of our rural regions. In order to meet the specific challenges of this sector, such as constantly changing legislation, ecological transition, and long-term investment management, Banque Raiffeisen has developed a specialist, community-based approach: the Agri Hub.

Laurent Zahles, CEO of Banque Raiffeisen, said, “Agriculture has been part of our Bank’s DNA since its inception. With Agri Hub, we want to strengthen this historic link by offering tailored support which is close to the ground and focused on the future.”

Competence, proximity, flexibility

The Agri Hub relies on an experienced team of advisors specialising in agriculture, with extensive experience in the sector, supported by a new generation of advisors, notably to assist younger farmers with their projects.

Our experts are available by telephone, email, or directly on site, visiting farms. Whether for a one-off need or to support a large-scale project, we work alongside our clients as a true partner.

A ministerial visit to discuss challenges facing the sector

On 20 October 2025, Martine Hansen, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Viticulture, visited Banque Raiffeisen’s headquarter in Leudelange to discuss with the Bank’s management and Agri Hub advisors the current challenges facing farmers and to identify appropriate and sustainable solutions to respond to these challenges.

During the meeting, the Bank presented the Minister with the services provided by the Agri Hub and its objectives, in particular its role as a link between the agricultural sector and financial players, as well as its commitment to supporting farmers in their transition and investment projects.

Martine Hansen, Minister of Agriculture, stress the fact that, “The agricultural sector is undergoing many changes. It is important that banks stand alongside our farmers and offer them advice and tailored solutions to support those who feed our population.”

A national and cooperative network

Physically present in all regions of the country, Agri Hub advisors work closely with Banque Raiffeisen branches, complementing the three Business Hubs set up by Raiffeisen in recent years.

The Agri Hub also plays a central role in training and supporting branch advisors, ensuring that all our agricultural customers receive consistent, high-quality expertise, regardless of their usual point of contact.

Robust partnerships with local roots

Banque Raiffeisen is also present at major agricultural events in the country and plans to organise a series of conferences starting in 2026 to exchange and share ideas with its agricultural customers.

These meetings will provide an opportunity to address the real challenges facing the sector, give farmers a voice, and strengthen the dialogue between the banking and agricultural worlds.

Ongoing skills development

Aware of the rapid changes in the sector, our advisors undergo continuous training in order to provide our clients with reliable, up-to-date advice tailored to their specific needs.

from left to right:
Romain Hansen (Banque Raiffeisen), Georges Gloesener (Banque Raiffeisen), Luc Girst (Banque Raiffeisen), Georges Heinrich (Banque Raiffeisen), Martine Hansen (Minister of Agriculture, Food and Viticulture), Laurent Zahles (Banque Raiffeisen), Sandrine De Vuyst (Banque Raiffeisen), Michel Santer (Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Viticulture), Pol Petry (Administration of Technical Agricultural Services (ASTA)), Lucien Thommes (Banque Raiffeisen)

Martine Hansen (Minister of Agriculture, Food and Viticulture)

from left to right:
Georges Heinrich (Banque Raiffeisen), Luc Girst (Banque Raiffeisen), Sandrine De Vuyst (Banque Raiffeisen), Laurent Zahles (CEO Banque Raiffeisen)

Press Release - Banque Raiffeisen launches its “Agri Hub”: tailored support for the agricultural sector