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DigiCow: The Kenyan Agritech Startup Revolutionizing Agriculture through Digital Innovation
DigiCow Africa LTD is a Kenyan agritech startup that develops mobile-based technologies to support the agricultural sector.
The company’s mission is to revolutionize the agricultural landscape through innovative technologies enabling data-driven sustainability decision-making.
DigiCow’s flagship product is the DigiCow dairy app, which allows farmers to digitize their farm records, access training resources, and receive real-time alerts on important dates.
The app also has a peer-to-peer learning platform where farmers can connect and share best practices.
In addition to its dairy app, DigiCow also offers a variety of other services, including:
- Digital vet and AI services
- Digital extension services
- Data-driven decision-making tools
DigiCow has worked with over thousands of farmers in Kenya and has been recognized for its innovative work.
In 2019, Digicow was named the most innovative Agritech in Kenya at a World Bank challenge and was part of the Disruptive Agricultural technologies’ 1 Million farmer platform’.
The Challenge DigiCow is Solving
Smallholder farmers in Africa face several challenges, including:
- Lack of access to information and training
- Limited access to financial services
- Difficulty in market access
- Climate change
DigiCow’s technologies are designed to help smallholder farmers overcome these challenges and improve their productivity and profitability.
For example, the DigiCow dairy app provides farmers access to training resources, real-time alerts, and a peer-to-peer learning platform.
This helps farmers stay informed about best practices and make better decisions about their farms.
DigiCow’s digital extension services also help farmers access expert information and training.
This is especially important for farmers in remote areas who may not have access to traditional extension services.
DigiCow’s Achievements
DigiCow has achieved several successes since its launch in 2018.
The company has worked with thousands of farmers in Kenya and has been recognized for its innovative work.
In 2019, Digicow was named the most innovative Agritech in Kenya at a World Bank challenge and was part of the Disruptive Agricultural technologies’ 1 Million farmer platform’.
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