Challenge
Farmers in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa achieve very low yields (a third of global yield averages according to a 2008 IFPRI World Development Report). Fragmented markets and the activities of middlemen mean that smallholder farmers are unable to find markets that offer fair prices for their produce.
Description
Kitovu provides quality and yield-increasing inputs and access to markets by using remote sensing and data science to collect and analyze field, soil, and market demand data, enabling them to recommend precise inputs and markets. By providing farmers with precise inputs, soil and crop health insights, and access to markets, farmers can achieve a 30% reduction in the cost of production, double their yields, and achieve 100% sales of their farm produce.
Outcomes
Kitovu has positively impacted 42,700 lives by working with over 9,500 farmers, generating over $150,000 in revenue since its commercial operation began in 2018.
