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Agriculture and Market Access

Mkuu Lima: From Farm 2 City

MVP stage

A produce marketplace concept that lets customers reserve fresh produce directly from Kenyan farmers before harvest.

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The challenge

Small-scale farmers need dependable ways to sell produce, and buyers want to know where food comes from and what it costs.

The proposed solution

Transparent pricing, scheduled Market Days and verified farms, so farmers can sell produce before and after harvest to international, regional and local buyers.

Who it is for

Small-scale farmers, households, businesses and institutional buyers.

How it relates to our mission

Expands market access and supports sustainable livelihoods.

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