Introduction Libya is normally considered as the main gate between Europe and Africa. Research shows that it enjoys a varied climate. This permits desert and Mediterranean crops. Libya produces quality vegetables and fruits that are of better quality than that which is produced in the neighboring countries. A look at the weather conditions in Libya shows that the weather is very conducive to the production of quality products which makes this nation to be advantaged over the others. This nation can make good use of climatic diversity in the production of crops. They include olives, date palms, and citruses. This nation also grows potatoes, vegetables, peppers, and squash. History of Libya agricultural infrastructure development Research shows that since the early 8 th millennium BC, Neolithic people inhabited the coastal plain in Libya. This group of people was quite skilled in crop cultivation and the domestication of cattle. For thousands of years, this culture continued to flourish. This continued until the barbers came in. It was later occupied by Greeks, Romans, and Phoenicians. This group of people was the first one to establish various trading posts in Libya. Rail infrastructure in Libya does not exist. There hasn’t been any railroad operating since the year 1965. This is when the rail services that existed were destabilized. Research shows that plans have been there to construct a new rail. The Libyan government has identified that this area needs immediate attention. It has allocated a sizeable amount of the budget for the upgrading of this sector. The rail sector is part of agricultural infrastructure. The telecommunications network in Libya is in the process of being modernized. There is only one internet service provider in this nation. Irrigation schemes are in operation and others are still in the process of development. In this nation, there is irregular rainfall which is not enough to support agriculture. Currently, there is a great man-made river project which has the potential of bringing approximately four hundred thousand acres of land to be cultivated. There is the installation of farm power in farms so that agricultural production is enhanced. Road network is part of the agricultural infrastructure that has been developed in Libya. This development has been done even in the rural areas. Libya is at the heart of Northern Africa and has got the fastest growing telecoms market. This is in the region of MENA. By the year two thousand and eight it is set to reach the United States $ 13.4 billion. Research shows that the Mahgreb area shows the fastest growth. Agricultural infrastructure development has gone through a major transition since the eighteenth century. The role of Libyan agriculture infrastructure in the economy Libyan agricultural infrastructure is essential in economic growth. This plays a big role in rural development in this nation. This is because agricultural infrastructures like irrigation schemes help to increase the agricultural produce in the rural areas. Farmers in the rural areas are in a position to produce more than they can consume hence sell the extra. Through this, the rural areas are developed. Agricultural infrastructure also plays a role in poverty alleviation in Libya. Improved agricultural infrastructu