Matthias Leitner
Natural Resources and Agriculture Economist at ADB’s Agriculture, Food, Nature, and Rural Development Sector Office, Sectors Department 2

Matthias Leitner focuses on project design and preparation for agri-business, value-chain, and water resource projects. His particular interest lies in livestock, resilient agriculture, precision farming, and meaningful youth engagement in the sector. Prior to joining ADB, he worked for the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization on nutrition and the World Food Programme on private sector resource mobilization.

Case Study

A Mobile App Gives Farmers 24/7 Access to Veterinary Care

A digital platform connects livestock farmers in Uzbekistan with AI-supported veterinary advice, markets, finance, and disease surveillance.

   Uzbekistan; Agriculture and natural resources; Information and communications technology
   SDG: Goal 1: No Poverty; Goal 2: Zero Hunger; Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Insight

Strategies for Establishing a Commodity Exchange for Kazakhstan

A study found that the proposed exchange should focus on electricity and emissions before adding agricultural products to the mix.

   Kazakhstan; Agriculture and natural resources; Energy; Industry and trade
   SDG: Goal 2: Zero Hunger; Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities