Piloting climate-adaptive forage seed systems in Ethiopia—FeedSeed pilot proj...ILRI
The document outlines a project with the goal of creating a profitable and sustainable forage seed industry in Ethiopia. The project aims to increase seed and livestock feed production to help adaptation to climate change. It does this through an approach of providing training and support to develop seed companies and promote seed certification. Specifically, the project trains entrepreneurs in business and technical skills to establish 20 seed companies producing certified forage seeds, with the goal of ultimately creating 10 sustainable seed enterprises. It also trains livestock farmers in seed and forage production. The project implements this work through a public-private partnership model and aims to pilot approaches that can be scaled up to further develop the forage seed system.
ILRI-GIZ FeedSeed Pilot Project: Outcomes and scaling-upILRI
The document outlines a project with the overall goal of creating a profitable and sustainable forage seed industry in order to increase seed and livestock feed production and promote adaptation to climate change. The project provides technical and business training to develop seed companies and promote certification to improve quality. Initial results include identifying and training 30 seed producers, providing training to 106 experts, and establishing market linkages between companies and farms. The expansion plan aims to train and establish at least 100 additional seed businesses over five years to produce at least 150 tons of forage seed annually and benefit over 1 million livestock households.
This module provides an overview of food incubators and the first steps in developing one. It discusses how food incubators support culinary entrepreneurs through shared commercial kitchen space and business services. The summary explains that thorough research, feasibility studies, and business planning are crucial first steps to understand demand and ensure long-term viability before developing a food incubator.
This document provides information on different models of food incubators. It discusses four key formats: 1) multi-tenant food processing centres, 2) shared-use food incubator kitchens, 3) shared-use agricultural processing facilities, and 4) mobile incubators. For each format, best practices are shared through case studies like the Food Business Incubation Centre in Northern Ireland. The document also covers considerations for operations of food incubators like pricing models, size, and equipment provided. Overall, the document aims to help learners understand different food incubator models and implement best practices.
Module one, Creating Possibilities explores the concept of food incubators and identifying them in youtregion and the appetite and demand for food incubation facilities. It also examines certain research tools needed to establish a food hub and methodologies to harness support. the module explores how you can identify suitable premises for your food hub and how to technically assess and SWOT each building.
Negotiation skills to acquire the building at preferential rates
Enhancing availability of quality forages seeds in Uganda and KenyaILRI
This document discusses a project to address constraints in the forage seed value chain in Uganda and Kenya. The project aims to develop viable business models for forage seed production and marketing, and pilot solutions for quality assurance and use. It evaluates needs, constraints and opportunities in forage seed systems, identifies business models, and pilots mechanisms for seed quality control testing their appropriateness. The goal is to support seed entrepreneurs, influence development initiatives to train producers, and achieve profitable forage seed production and distribution to farmers while using quality control measures.
The primary partners in Tanzania: Summary of objectives, activities and reque...IITA Communications
Presentation during African Cassava Agronomy Initiative (ACAI)
Second Annual Review Meeting and Planning Workshop on 11 – 15 Dec. 2017 at Gold Crest Hotel, Mwanza, Tanzania.
Inadequate livestock farmers’ knowledge and skills is one of the limiting factors to the development of the industry. Knowledge and skills are important for quick adoption of appropriate technology, which has been developed and disseminated to livestock farmers.
Piloting climate-adaptive forage seed systems in Ethiopia—FeedSeed pilot proj...ILRI
The document outlines a project with the goal of creating a profitable and sustainable forage seed industry in Ethiopia. The project aims to increase seed and livestock feed production to help adaptation to climate change. It does this through an approach of providing training and support to develop seed companies and promote seed certification. Specifically, the project trains entrepreneurs in business and technical skills to establish 20 seed companies producing certified forage seeds, with the goal of ultimately creating 10 sustainable seed enterprises. It also trains livestock farmers in seed and forage production. The project implements this work through a public-private partnership model and aims to pilot approaches that can be scaled up to further develop the forage seed system.
ILRI-GIZ FeedSeed Pilot Project: Outcomes and scaling-upILRI
The document outlines a project with the overall goal of creating a profitable and sustainable forage seed industry in order to increase seed and livestock feed production and promote adaptation to climate change. The project provides technical and business training to develop seed companies and promote certification to improve quality. Initial results include identifying and training 30 seed producers, providing training to 106 experts, and establishing market linkages between companies and farms. The expansion plan aims to train and establish at least 100 additional seed businesses over five years to produce at least 150 tons of forage seed annually and benefit over 1 million livestock households.
This module provides an overview of food incubators and the first steps in developing one. It discusses how food incubators support culinary entrepreneurs through shared commercial kitchen space and business services. The summary explains that thorough research, feasibility studies, and business planning are crucial first steps to understand demand and ensure long-term viability before developing a food incubator.
This document provides information on different models of food incubators. It discusses four key formats: 1) multi-tenant food processing centres, 2) shared-use food incubator kitchens, 3) shared-use agricultural processing facilities, and 4) mobile incubators. For each format, best practices are shared through case studies like the Food Business Incubation Centre in Northern Ireland. The document also covers considerations for operations of food incubators like pricing models, size, and equipment provided. Overall, the document aims to help learners understand different food incubator models and implement best practices.
Module one, Creating Possibilities explores the concept of food incubators and identifying them in youtregion and the appetite and demand for food incubation facilities. It also examines certain research tools needed to establish a food hub and methodologies to harness support. the module explores how you can identify suitable premises for your food hub and how to technically assess and SWOT each building.
Negotiation skills to acquire the building at preferential rates
Enhancing availability of quality forages seeds in Uganda and KenyaILRI
This document discusses a project to address constraints in the forage seed value chain in Uganda and Kenya. The project aims to develop viable business models for forage seed production and marketing, and pilot solutions for quality assurance and use. It evaluates needs, constraints and opportunities in forage seed systems, identifies business models, and pilots mechanisms for seed quality control testing their appropriateness. The goal is to support seed entrepreneurs, influence development initiatives to train producers, and achieve profitable forage seed production and distribution to farmers while using quality control measures.
The primary partners in Tanzania: Summary of objectives, activities and reque...IITA Communications
Presentation during African Cassava Agronomy Initiative (ACAI)
Second Annual Review Meeting and Planning Workshop on 11 – 15 Dec. 2017 at Gold Crest Hotel, Mwanza, Tanzania.
Inadequate livestock farmers’ knowledge and skills is one of the limiting factors to the development of the industry. Knowledge and skills are important for quick adoption of appropriate technology, which has been developed and disseminated to livestock farmers.
This document discusses fostering a culture of collaboration in food incubators. It emphasizes that collaboration is key to the success of food incubators and their tenants. It provides several strategies for encouraging collaboration, including having an engaged manager, providing common spaces, encouraging openness and creativity, shared training, and collaborating with outside partners. Specific collaboration best practices from food incubators around the world are also highlighted.
To attain a fully integrated internationally competitive regional economic community
Mission
To achieve increased co-operation and integration in all fields of development
Complement National Agenda and address Trans- boundary Issues
Consultative Process
Apply Programme Approach – COMESA
Involves Regional Stakeholders including, MSs
Signed in Kinshasa DRC, 14th November 2014
Value Chain Devt – Significant
This document provides information on different models of food incubators. It describes four key formats: 1) multi-tenant food processing centres, 2) shared-use food incubator kitchens, 3) shared-use agricultural processing facilities, and 4) mobile incubators. The document then examines two formats in more detail: multi-tenant food processing centres using the Food Business Incubation Centre in Northern Ireland as a case study, and shared-use food/kitchen incubators. It provides insights into best practices for operations, pricing, equipment, and lessons from exemplar incubators.
Module 3 food incubators business operations nlfoodincubhub1
This module covers best practices for running a food incubator. It discusses creating an entrepreneurial community through collaboration and leadership. Key aspects of managing an incubator include member coordination, food safety oversight, marketing, and financial management. Licensing models for multi-tenant centers typically involve long-term leases, while shared-use kitchens utilize hourly, monthly, or blanket fees. Robust food safety protocols and training on regulations are essential for kitchen management.
The document summarizes the status of conservation agriculture in Beira Corridor Mozambique. AgriMerc ODS is a non-profit organization based in Manica Province that provides advisory services and applies an inclusive business approach to develop value chains. Its key objectives are to increase agricultural productivity through sustainable production and create public-private partnerships. AgriMerc focuses on technology transfer, business development, strengthening support systems, and training. Research shows that herbicides and fertilizers combined with conservation agriculture practices increase soil fertility and yields. Challenges include low agro-dealer density in rural areas and limited access to resources for smallholder capacity building.
Module 3 food incubators business operationsfoodincubhub1
This module covers best practices for running a food incubator. It discusses creating an entrepreneurial community through collaboration and leadership. Key aspects of managing an incubator are outlined, including member coordination, food safety oversight, and marketing. Licensing models for multi-tenant centers and shared-use kitchens are examined. Thorough kitchen management protocols around food safety, training new members, cleaning checklists, and preventative maintenance are also covered.
Training and certification of small scale commercial feed producers in UgandaILRI
The document outlines a training and certification model for small-scale commercial pig feed producers in Uganda. It aims to improve feed quality, use, and markets. The model will develop training courses and best practice guidelines for feed formulation, production, and safety. Small-scale producers will be selected, trained, and assessed. Those meeting standards will be certified and encouraged to form a trade association for self-regulation. The goals are for more farmers to use certified commercial feeds, resulting in improved nutrition and value for their money.
Introduction to Agribusiness and Innovation Platform @ ICRISATFundaciat
The document discusses the Agribusiness and Innovation Platform (AIP) at ICRISAT and its Agri-Business Incubation (ABI) Program. The ABI Program incubates agribusiness ventures in various sectors like seed, farm, biofuel and innovative ventures. It provides technical and business support services and has impacted over 650 entrepreneurs. The ABI is financially sustainable and has facilitated the commercialization of over 30 technologies, generating direct employment for over 800 people.
Creating The Best Performing Consumer Driven Supply ChainSCL HUB
Diageo is a global alcoholic beverages company with 37,000 employees that sells over 3.5 billion liters of drinks in 180 markets worldwide. The document discusses Diageo's efforts to transform its supply chain to a demand-driven value network model to better meet customer demand and unlock growth opportunities. It highlights initiatives in several areas including demand planning, functional excellence, product innovation, talent management, cost optimization, corporate social responsibility, and environmental leadership. The overall goal is to create the best performing consumer-driven supply chain.
Multi-stakeholder architecture to transform smallholder dairy value chains in...ILRI
Maziwa Zaidi (More Milk) in Tanzania aims to transform smallholder dairy value chains through multi-stakeholder platforms at different levels. At the village level, platforms build on farmers' groups and cooperatives to link producers and market actors. At the district and regional levels, innovation platforms integrate research, innovation, and extension with business actions. At the national level, the Dairy Development Forum plays a strategic role in policy dialogue. The goal is to address challenges through these multi-stakeholder processes, improve productivity and incomes, and catalyze widespread innovation in the dairy sector in Tanzania.
Dairy 2020 is a collaboration between organisations right across the supply chain of UK dairy. They are working together to build a sustainable dairy industry that enables people, environment and business to thrive. Find out more at www.dairy2020.com.
Weak, inequitable and inefficient systems
Poor are dependent on systems for their livelihoods that do not work well
TechnoServe strives to make Market Systems work for the poor
Improved production & more effective markets
Investing in Agribusiness (Pamumuhunan sa Agribusiness)rexcris
The document discusses investing in agribusiness in the Philippines. It defines agribusiness and explains why it is an attractive sector for investment. Some key points made include:
1) Agribusiness includes agriculture, fishery, and forestry-based businesses that operate interdependently. The Philippines has abundant agribusiness land and high demand for agricultural products, making it a good option for investment.
2) Investing in agribusiness creates jobs in rural areas, allows for value-adding activities, and can generate high returns. Various investment models are possible including contract growing, joint ventures, and sole proprietorships.
3) Potential agribusiness projects mentioned include ornamental plants, p
Development has been a ‘push’ model – not ‘pull’
Processors have generally been “harvesters” not proactive in sourcing milk and sharing value
Skill and experience base of ‘technical service’ frequently not sufficient
Lack of access to capital
Lack of access to appropriate technology
Agri-Tech Catalyst Round 9 - Competition Briefing and Networking EventKTN
The Agri-Tech Catalyst offers funding for private sector/academic collaborative research and development projects, to deliver innovation in agriculture and food systems in Africa. All projects must include a partner from an eligible African country.
There is up to £5 million of funding available from the Department for International Development (DFID) and the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) through Round 9 of this competition for early-stage feasibility studies, mid stage industrial research and late-stage experimental development. Projects must work on agri-tech and food chain innovations with partners in eligible African countries. The aim of this competition is to increase the pace of innovation in the development of agricultural and food systems in Africa. Your project must result in more use of innovations by farmers and food systems organisations such as manufacturers, processors, retailers, distributors and wholesalers.
Round 9 of funding from the Catalyst opened on 14th October 2019 and closes on 8th January 2020. The Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) hosted a Competition Briefing and Networking Event for organisations developing projects for the Agri-Tech Catalyst on 24th October 2019 in Birmingham.
Find out more about the Agri-Food Main Interest at https://ktn-uk.co.uk/interests/agri-food
Experience of Cooperatives in Dairy Development in Ethiopia the case of Sela...ILRI
The document summarizes the background, activities, challenges, opportunities, and lessons learned of the Selale Dairy Cooperative Union (SDCU) in Ethiopia. SDCU was established in 2001 with 9 cooperatives and has since expanded to 27 cooperatives and 1,700 members. It collects and sells milk to processors in Addis Ababa. Major challenges include poor infrastructure, lack of education and equipment. Opportunities include proximity to markets and organized cooperatives. Lessons learned are that quality and services increase production, and cooperatives improve bargaining power and experience sharing.
Challenges and opportunities of animal feed processing and marketing in Ethio...ILRI
Poster prepared by Harry Schimmel, Manager, AKF Operations and Sales, for the ILRI-N2Africa Third Annual Partners’ Review and Planning Workshop, ILRI, Addis Ababa, 27-29 January 2016
Using hydroponics, crops can be grown where soil is unsuitable and yields are increased through precise nutrient control. The basics of hydroponics involve a growing substrate like rockwool or expanded clay to support plant roots, and a nutrient solution that provides water and nutrients. Common systems include raft, drip, and ebb and flow. Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers and herbs are well-suited for hydroponic production. With the right setup, nutrients, and environmental conditions, hydroponics can produce crops year-round on a small-scale like a desktop system.
This document provides an overview of hydroponics including: definitions of hydroponics as growing plants without soil using mineral nutrient solutions, a history of hydroponics from ancient times to modern developments, descriptions of the main components of hydroponic systems, advantages and disadvantages of hydroponics, different types of hydroponic systems, and the presenters' plan to educate local schools about hydroponics through demonstrations and growing plants.
New trends in livestock feeding include using hydroponics to grow fodder, producing azolla as a protein-rich feed supplement, and creating total mixed ration feed blocks. Hydroponic fodder production provides fresh, green fodder year-round and more efficiently uses water. Azolla is a fast-growing aquatic fern rich in protein, vitamins and minerals that can be used to supplement livestock diets. Total mixed ration blocks provide a balanced feed by compacting forages, concentrates and molasses into a portable block form.
This document discusses fostering a culture of collaboration in food incubators. It emphasizes that collaboration is key to the success of food incubators and their tenants. It provides several strategies for encouraging collaboration, including having an engaged manager, providing common spaces, encouraging openness and creativity, shared training, and collaborating with outside partners. Specific collaboration best practices from food incubators around the world are also highlighted.
To attain a fully integrated internationally competitive regional economic community
Mission
To achieve increased co-operation and integration in all fields of development
Complement National Agenda and address Trans- boundary Issues
Consultative Process
Apply Programme Approach – COMESA
Involves Regional Stakeholders including, MSs
Signed in Kinshasa DRC, 14th November 2014
Value Chain Devt – Significant
This document provides information on different models of food incubators. It describes four key formats: 1) multi-tenant food processing centres, 2) shared-use food incubator kitchens, 3) shared-use agricultural processing facilities, and 4) mobile incubators. The document then examines two formats in more detail: multi-tenant food processing centres using the Food Business Incubation Centre in Northern Ireland as a case study, and shared-use food/kitchen incubators. It provides insights into best practices for operations, pricing, equipment, and lessons from exemplar incubators.
Module 3 food incubators business operations nlfoodincubhub1
This module covers best practices for running a food incubator. It discusses creating an entrepreneurial community through collaboration and leadership. Key aspects of managing an incubator include member coordination, food safety oversight, marketing, and financial management. Licensing models for multi-tenant centers typically involve long-term leases, while shared-use kitchens utilize hourly, monthly, or blanket fees. Robust food safety protocols and training on regulations are essential for kitchen management.
The document summarizes the status of conservation agriculture in Beira Corridor Mozambique. AgriMerc ODS is a non-profit organization based in Manica Province that provides advisory services and applies an inclusive business approach to develop value chains. Its key objectives are to increase agricultural productivity through sustainable production and create public-private partnerships. AgriMerc focuses on technology transfer, business development, strengthening support systems, and training. Research shows that herbicides and fertilizers combined with conservation agriculture practices increase soil fertility and yields. Challenges include low agro-dealer density in rural areas and limited access to resources for smallholder capacity building.
Module 3 food incubators business operationsfoodincubhub1
This module covers best practices for running a food incubator. It discusses creating an entrepreneurial community through collaboration and leadership. Key aspects of managing an incubator are outlined, including member coordination, food safety oversight, and marketing. Licensing models for multi-tenant centers and shared-use kitchens are examined. Thorough kitchen management protocols around food safety, training new members, cleaning checklists, and preventative maintenance are also covered.
Training and certification of small scale commercial feed producers in UgandaILRI
The document outlines a training and certification model for small-scale commercial pig feed producers in Uganda. It aims to improve feed quality, use, and markets. The model will develop training courses and best practice guidelines for feed formulation, production, and safety. Small-scale producers will be selected, trained, and assessed. Those meeting standards will be certified and encouraged to form a trade association for self-regulation. The goals are for more farmers to use certified commercial feeds, resulting in improved nutrition and value for their money.
Introduction to Agribusiness and Innovation Platform @ ICRISATFundaciat
The document discusses the Agribusiness and Innovation Platform (AIP) at ICRISAT and its Agri-Business Incubation (ABI) Program. The ABI Program incubates agribusiness ventures in various sectors like seed, farm, biofuel and innovative ventures. It provides technical and business support services and has impacted over 650 entrepreneurs. The ABI is financially sustainable and has facilitated the commercialization of over 30 technologies, generating direct employment for over 800 people.
Creating The Best Performing Consumer Driven Supply ChainSCL HUB
Diageo is a global alcoholic beverages company with 37,000 employees that sells over 3.5 billion liters of drinks in 180 markets worldwide. The document discusses Diageo's efforts to transform its supply chain to a demand-driven value network model to better meet customer demand and unlock growth opportunities. It highlights initiatives in several areas including demand planning, functional excellence, product innovation, talent management, cost optimization, corporate social responsibility, and environmental leadership. The overall goal is to create the best performing consumer-driven supply chain.
Multi-stakeholder architecture to transform smallholder dairy value chains in...ILRI
Maziwa Zaidi (More Milk) in Tanzania aims to transform smallholder dairy value chains through multi-stakeholder platforms at different levels. At the village level, platforms build on farmers' groups and cooperatives to link producers and market actors. At the district and regional levels, innovation platforms integrate research, innovation, and extension with business actions. At the national level, the Dairy Development Forum plays a strategic role in policy dialogue. The goal is to address challenges through these multi-stakeholder processes, improve productivity and incomes, and catalyze widespread innovation in the dairy sector in Tanzania.
Dairy 2020 is a collaboration between organisations right across the supply chain of UK dairy. They are working together to build a sustainable dairy industry that enables people, environment and business to thrive. Find out more at www.dairy2020.com.
Weak, inequitable and inefficient systems
Poor are dependent on systems for their livelihoods that do not work well
TechnoServe strives to make Market Systems work for the poor
Improved production & more effective markets
Investing in Agribusiness (Pamumuhunan sa Agribusiness)rexcris
The document discusses investing in agribusiness in the Philippines. It defines agribusiness and explains why it is an attractive sector for investment. Some key points made include:
1) Agribusiness includes agriculture, fishery, and forestry-based businesses that operate interdependently. The Philippines has abundant agribusiness land and high demand for agricultural products, making it a good option for investment.
2) Investing in agribusiness creates jobs in rural areas, allows for value-adding activities, and can generate high returns. Various investment models are possible including contract growing, joint ventures, and sole proprietorships.
3) Potential agribusiness projects mentioned include ornamental plants, p
Development has been a ‘push’ model – not ‘pull’
Processors have generally been “harvesters” not proactive in sourcing milk and sharing value
Skill and experience base of ‘technical service’ frequently not sufficient
Lack of access to capital
Lack of access to appropriate technology
Agri-Tech Catalyst Round 9 - Competition Briefing and Networking EventKTN
The Agri-Tech Catalyst offers funding for private sector/academic collaborative research and development projects, to deliver innovation in agriculture and food systems in Africa. All projects must include a partner from an eligible African country.
There is up to £5 million of funding available from the Department for International Development (DFID) and the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) through Round 9 of this competition for early-stage feasibility studies, mid stage industrial research and late-stage experimental development. Projects must work on agri-tech and food chain innovations with partners in eligible African countries. The aim of this competition is to increase the pace of innovation in the development of agricultural and food systems in Africa. Your project must result in more use of innovations by farmers and food systems organisations such as manufacturers, processors, retailers, distributors and wholesalers.
Round 9 of funding from the Catalyst opened on 14th October 2019 and closes on 8th January 2020. The Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) hosted a Competition Briefing and Networking Event for organisations developing projects for the Agri-Tech Catalyst on 24th October 2019 in Birmingham.
Find out more about the Agri-Food Main Interest at https://ktn-uk.co.uk/interests/agri-food
Experience of Cooperatives in Dairy Development in Ethiopia the case of Sela...ILRI
The document summarizes the background, activities, challenges, opportunities, and lessons learned of the Selale Dairy Cooperative Union (SDCU) in Ethiopia. SDCU was established in 2001 with 9 cooperatives and has since expanded to 27 cooperatives and 1,700 members. It collects and sells milk to processors in Addis Ababa. Major challenges include poor infrastructure, lack of education and equipment. Opportunities include proximity to markets and organized cooperatives. Lessons learned are that quality and services increase production, and cooperatives improve bargaining power and experience sharing.
Challenges and opportunities of animal feed processing and marketing in Ethio...ILRI
Poster prepared by Harry Schimmel, Manager, AKF Operations and Sales, for the ILRI-N2Africa Third Annual Partners’ Review and Planning Workshop, ILRI, Addis Ababa, 27-29 January 2016
Using hydroponics, crops can be grown where soil is unsuitable and yields are increased through precise nutrient control. The basics of hydroponics involve a growing substrate like rockwool or expanded clay to support plant roots, and a nutrient solution that provides water and nutrients. Common systems include raft, drip, and ebb and flow. Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers and herbs are well-suited for hydroponic production. With the right setup, nutrients, and environmental conditions, hydroponics can produce crops year-round on a small-scale like a desktop system.
This document provides an overview of hydroponics including: definitions of hydroponics as growing plants without soil using mineral nutrient solutions, a history of hydroponics from ancient times to modern developments, descriptions of the main components of hydroponic systems, advantages and disadvantages of hydroponics, different types of hydroponic systems, and the presenters' plan to educate local schools about hydroponics through demonstrations and growing plants.
New trends in livestock feeding include using hydroponics to grow fodder, producing azolla as a protein-rich feed supplement, and creating total mixed ration feed blocks. Hydroponic fodder production provides fresh, green fodder year-round and more efficiently uses water. Azolla is a fast-growing aquatic fern rich in protein, vitamins and minerals that can be used to supplement livestock diets. Total mixed ration blocks provide a balanced feed by compacting forages, concentrates and molasses into a portable block form.
This document provides an overview of hydroponics, including:
- What hydroponics is and the basic components needed for plants to grow
- The different types of hydroponic systems based on water flow, medium/substrates, and disposal of nutrient waste
- The primary benefits of hydroponic cultivation such as reduced land, labor, disease/pest, tailored nutrition, effective water recycling
- Some secondary benefits like increased growth rate, yield, and ability to grow plants anywhere.
- India's challenges with traditional agriculture that hydroponics aims to address such as drought, water scarcity, and food security.
Reasonable Supplements to Traditional Farming
Touches on why traditional farming alone will not sustain us in the future and what some solutions are - such as hydroponics, vertical farming, and aquaponics.
This document presents information about hydroponics from a seminar. It defines hydroponics as a method of growing plants without soil by using mineral nutrient solutions in water. The document discusses the history of hydroponics, how it works, the importance of pH levels, common systems like wick, water culture and ebb and flow, advantages like reduced water/fertilizer use, and disadvantages like initial costs. It provides examples of hydroponics use by NASA and industries. In conclusion, it states that hydroponics is a sustainable way to improve food security and can be done at home as a hobby.
The document discusses technologies to improve livestock productivity in drylands. It describes challenges such as climate change, land degradation, and competition for resources. It then outlines several interventions including improved feeding systems using crop residues and balanced diets, alternative feed resources like cactus and fodder shrubs, and technologies for milking, yogurt processing, and cheese processing. Case studies from various countries demonstrate the benefits and adoption rates of these technologies.
This document describes hydroponic green fodder production as a sustainable method for milk production. Hydroponics grows plants without soil by supplying nutrients through water. It allows for fodder production year-round with less land, water and labor compared to conventional methods. The process involves soaking and growing maize seeds for 7 days until ready to feed to cattle. Hydroponic fodder has higher nutrients and increases milk production and quality compared to conventional fodder. It is presented as a solution for small land holdings and areas with water scarcity or high production costs.
Greenfield Hydroponics Systems Inc. manufactures solar and wind powered portable greenhouse technology to grow crops hydroponically. Their goal is to fight global hunger, poverty, and environmental issues through sustainable agriculture. Their greenhouses can grow over 1 million seedlings annually and provide food for communities around the world in a cost-effective and drought-resistant manner. Greenfield encourages others to join their revolution and be part of the solution to these global problems.
This document provides an introduction to hydroponics. It discusses how hydroponics allows plants to reach their full genetic potential by carefully providing all their nutritional needs. Hydroponics can help overcome environmental stresses that sometimes prevent plants from achieving their ideal growth and production of food. The document promotes the idea that the care put into growing plants is reflected in the quality of the food produced. It emphasizes that high-quality nutrients and growing conditions result in high-quality foods for human consumption.
WORLD AND MALAYSIA AGRICULTURE:FOOD SECURITY,FERTIGATION AND HYDROPONIC Intan Dianna Bakar
This document discusses agriculture in Malaysia, including food security, fertigation, and hydroponics. It contains sections on the contribution of agriculture to Malaysia's GDP, employment in the agriculture sector, imports and exports of agricultural products, and issues in Malaysian agriculture from 2000 to 2014. The final section discusses the relationship between hydroponics, fertigation, and ensuring food security. It defines key terms and outlines how these techniques can increase food availability and production.
The document discusses hydroponics and compares it to traditional soil cultivation. Hydroponics uses a water and nutrient solution instead of soil, allowing for greater control over water and nutrients. It requires electricity to power pumps and lighting but uses fewer pesticides and fertilizers. While more costly to set up initially, hydroponics improves product quality and lowers costs. It also recycles water and produces higher yields. However, hydroponics currently only accounts for about 7% of Greek cultivations despite being more modern and ecological. The document then provides details on different hydroponic systems, equipment, costs, and benefits.
This document provides an overview of hydroponic technology. It begins with an introduction that defines hydroponics as the cultivation of plants without soil by using a nutrient-rich water solution. The document then covers the history of hydroponics, different hydroponic systems like wick, water culture and ebb & flow. It discusses the materials used, nutrient solutions, system requirements, and advantages like higher yields and fewer pests. The document concludes that hydroponics allows food to be grown in urban areas and increases crop yields.
The KCIC is an initiative launched in September 2012 that provides incubation, capacity building, and financing to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) developing climate change solutions in Kenya. It is operated by a consortium including GVEP International, PwC, Strathmore University, and KIRDI and funded by the UK Aid and DANIDA through the World Bank infoDev initiative. The KCIC is currently in the process of being incorporated as a company to strengthen the sustainability of its operations. It provides risk capital through a flexible fund and facilitates other financing sources to support technologies that address issues in the agricultural sector like food insecurity, poverty, and unemployment.
The document describes the Marketplace for Nutritious Foods initiative, which has four core initiatives to address malnutrition: large-scale food fortification, interventions to improve micronutrient deficiencies, interventions to improve nutrition of children under 2 and pregnant/lactating women, and interventions to improve the nutritional quality of agriculture. It discusses supporting local food businesses through a Community of Practice, Innovation Accelerator grants and technical assistance, and linking businesses to investors. Examples are provided of businesses in Mozambique, Tanzania and Kenya that received support to produce and sell fortified foods and increase access to nutritious options.
Hatch Blue - the world's first accelerator program for aquaculture @ First Tu...First Tuesday Bergen
Hatch Blue - the world's first accelerator program for aquaculture
Wayne Murphy - Program manager @ Hatch Blue
Hatch Blue is the world's first accelerator program focused on the aquaculture industry seeking to find, develop and scale talented and disruptive aquaculture startups. Wayne Murphy will come and tell us how the work, and what's in it for you and Bergen.
Wayne has a wealth of experience in the management, planning and delivery of global accelerator programmes. He has managed a number of accelerator programs across different sectors including Selr8r, a sales focused accelerator run by SOSV, the Bank of Ireland Accelerator and StartPlanetNI, an accelerator project funded by InvestNI and Northern Ireland’s premier startup programme. Over 950 Startup companies have applied to join these programmes from 55+ countries. He has consulted on various other startup programme, is a mentor @RebelBio and an Advisory Board Member @SXSW. He holds a HDip in Business Management & Strategy and is co-founder and CEO of StartPlanet.
The document summarizes activities from the last quarter of the East Africa Dairy Development Project (EADD) in Kenya. It discusses engagement agreement signing ceremonies between EADD and four dairy farmer business associations to establish chilling plants. It also covers a workshop between EADD and the Kenya Dairy Board to foster closer collaboration on quality interventions, and the release of findings from a survey on business development services. Meetings and trainings were held with dairy farmer groups on topics like cattle feeding, quality milk practices, breeding, banking, and cooperatives.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Jane M. Manucdoc from ASKI about their experience with value chain financing for agriculture and rural microenterprises. ASKI is a non-profit microfinance organization operating in the Philippines and Singapore. They partnered with Jollibee Foundation, CRS, and NLDC to form the Kalasag Farmer's Producers Cooperative (KFPC), which organized farmers into clusters to consolidate supply for Jollibee and assist farmers with quality requirements, productivity, and cost reduction to increase incomes. The partnership achieved its vision of training small farmers in production and marketing for agro-enterprises linked to institutional markets like Jollibee. Challenges included
This document provides a profile summary for Muhammad Asif. It includes his contact information, qualifications, professional experience, skills, and objectives. Some key points:
- He has over 14 years of experience in agribusiness, marketing, project management, and university teaching. He holds an MBA in marketing and BSc in agriculture.
- His most recent role was with AKRSP as an agriculture marketing specialist, where he developed business plans, explored new markets, and managed training programs.
- Previous roles include working with USAID on horticulture value chain projects, Engro Fertilizer as an assistant business development officer, and PHDEC on export supply chain development and creating industry linkages.
The document provides details about a project report submitted for a Master of Business Administration degree. It discusses a study conducted on consumer perception and behavior regarding Verka dairy products in Punjab, India. The report includes an introduction covering the dairy cooperative Milkfed and Verka Milk Plant in Mohali. It then discusses the research methodology, data analysis, conclusions, SWOT analysis, and recommendations from the study.
The document is a corporate presentation for The Waterbase Limited. It provides an overview of the company, including its key strengths such as strong brands, technical expertise, and financial position. It discusses the company's product portfolio, R&D capabilities, awards, shareholding, and growth strategy including plans for expansion, diversification, and vertical integration across the shrimp value chain. It also summarizes the proposed scheme of amalgamation with Pinnae Feeds Ltd to triple its feed manufacturing capacity.
In February 2014, TCi convened a two day workshop in Hyderabad, India with ICRISAT looking at how new aggregation models could help supply and deliver micronutrient and protien-dense food for the malnourished in India. Check out a blog post about the event here:
Funding and sustainability of agribusiness incubatorsKadin5
Ralph von Kaufmann's document discusses funding and sustainability of agribusiness incubators. It provides background on UniBRAIN, which establishes agribusiness incubators to accelerate business creation. The incubators provide support services and networking opportunities. Funding prospects depend on the incubator model - Type 1 appeals to local investors, Type 2 to international investors if offering undersupplied services, Type 3 attracts donors by leveraging resources and collaborating internationally. Financial management, cash flow projections, and generating revenue from clients and donors are important for sustainability.
Presented by IWMI's Thai Thi Minh as part of the Small Scale Irrigation Multi-Stakeholder Dialogues: Bundling innovations for scaling farmer-led irrigation in Ghana (organized by ILSSI)
ACDI VOCA: Experience with bundling innovations and services in ADVANCE I & I...IWMI West Africa
Small Scale Irrigation Multi-stakeholder Dialogues: Bundling innovations for scaling farmer-led irrigation in Ghana.
Mensvic Hotel, Accra.
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Successes, lessons and challenges from grain legume sourcing, processing and ...ILRI
Poster prepared by Engidu Legesse and Mulugeta Enki (Guts Agro Industry PLC, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) for the ILRI-N2Africa Annual Partners Review and Planning Workshop, ILRI, Addis Ababa, 16-17 March 2017
This document discusses business models for agricultural value chain financing. It begins by defining business models in this context and identifying four main types: producer-driven, buyer-driven, facilitator-driven, and integrated. It then outlines five indicators of successful business models and provides examples of each type from India, Bangladesh, and Thailand, including producer cooperatives for palm oil and tapioca, and facilitator models led by NGOs. The document concludes by presenting an integrated framework used by a Thai bank and innovative financing models from an Indian bank.
The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) was established in 1956 by the Government of India to promote khadi and village industries in rural areas. Its objectives are to provide employment, produce saleable goods, and promote self-reliance among rural communities. KVIC plans training programs, supplies raw materials, promotes marketing, and provides financial assistance. It works to encourage cooperation, research, and the development of industries like mineral, forest, food, and polymer-based products. KVIC faces challenges in making village industry products more attractive to urban consumers and supporting more entrepreneurial activities through its existing schemes.
The Tradelinks Programme provides support to micro-enterprises across Northern Ireland and counties in the Republic of Ireland to increase cross-border trade. It is funded by the European Union, as well as government departments in both Ireland and Northern Ireland. The program aims to help 550 businesses expand through exporting, job creation, and cross-border linkages. Services include consultancy support, mentoring in areas like sales and marketing, and networking events. An evaluation found the original program helped businesses increase sales by over €50 million and create over 800 new jobs.
NABARD formulated Rs. 4,180 crore credit plans for Jammu and Kashmir to boost agriculture. The document discusses agricultural extension, defining it as transferring knowledge and technology from laboratories to farmers. It highlights demand-driven extension that provides services meeting farmer needs. Future extension aspects include evolving extension systems, web-enabled dissemination, and promoting agriculture as a profitable venture. Technology is bridging the gap between research and farmers by establishing teaching organizations.
Introducing the Climate Business Innovation NetworkRegina Rossmann
The Climate Business Innovation Network is a network of partners launched at COP 22 to promote clean technology innovation and entrepreneurship. The most active part of the CBIN are the Climate Innovation Centers, but it also includes foundations, government agencies, and investors.
COLEAP_NExT KENYA AVOCADO CONGRESS.pptx.pptGilbertLangat9
This document discusses NExT KENYA, an EU-funded program to support Kenya's horticultural sector. The program aims to increase household incomes and food security by making horticultural value chains more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable. It will provide €5 million in funding over 4 years to support the avocado and vegetable sectors meet market standards through training, improving organizations, facilitating dialogue, and developing good practice guides. Eligible beneficiaries can apply on COLEACP's website for support in areas like market access, innovation, and an e-learning training platform. The program aims to ultimately enhance Kenya's horticultural exports.
Similar to Funding for Climate Smart Technology - Case of Kenya Climate Innovation Center (20)
This two-day event in Vanuatu aims to strengthen coordination and innovation in priority food value chains in the Pacific to improve nutrition and food systems. Day one will include presentations on a study of key value chains in several Pacific countries, lessons from value chain training, and a launch of an online platform to connect actors. Participants will discuss constraints, opportunities, and how to operationalize the platform. Day two focuses on assessing capacity needs and pilot testing the online platform through working groups, with the goal of finalizing how to implement the platform and a training program to support value chain development in the region.
The document discusses the Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation (CTA) and its work in supporting agricultural and rural development in Africa. CTA is an EU-ACP institution focused on strengthening partnerships between Europe and Africa. The document outlines CTA's vision of a vibrant, modern, sustainable and inclusive agriculture in Africa. It also discusses the African Union's Agenda 2063 goals of transforming African economies and empowering women and youth through increased investment in agriculture, value addition, employment, science, technology and innovation. The role of African women scientists and innovators in achieving these development goals is highlighted.
Pendant les deux derniers jours du Forum, le Ministère a eu l'occasion d'écouter les recommandations faites par les dirigeants des coopératives et par les experts du développement des coopératives. Voici la présentation synthétisant les réponses fournies par le MIDSP au Forum. Pour plus d'info http://bit.ly/2mMLoo2
Le Dr. Nicola Francesconi, conseiller technique sénior au CTA, a coordiné l'organisation du Forum des coopératives malgaches, qui s'est tenu du 13 au 17 février 2017. Plus d'infos : http://bit.ly/2mMLoo2
Tovo Aina Andriamampionona et Nirina Razafimanantsoa, élus porte-paroles par les membres des coopératives participantes au Forum des coopératives malgaches, ont résumé les principaux problèmes auxquels les coopératives sont confrontées. Plus d'infos : http://bit.ly/2mMLoo2
This document outlines some of the key action points discussed at the workshop held in February 2017. More information about the workshop: http://bit.ly/2lt7Vbf More information about the impact of open data for agriculture and nutrition: http://bit.ly/2lyjJqW
Main news related to the CCS TSI 2023 (2023/1695)Jakub Marek
An English 🇬🇧 translation of a presentation to the speech I gave about the main changes brought by CCS TSI 2023 at the biggest Czech conference on Communications and signalling systems on Railways, which was held in Clarion Hotel Olomouc from 7th to 9th November 2023 (konferenceszt.cz). Attended by around 500 participants and 200 on-line followers.
The original Czech 🇨🇿 version of the presentation can be found here: https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/hlavni-novinky-souvisejici-s-ccs-tsi-2023-2023-1695/269688092 .
The videorecording (in Czech) from the presentation is available here: https://youtu.be/WzjJWm4IyPk?si=SImb06tuXGb30BEH .
The Microsoft 365 Migration Tutorial For Beginner.pptxoperationspcvita
This presentation will help you understand the power of Microsoft 365. However, we have mentioned every productivity app included in Office 365. Additionally, we have suggested the migration situation related to Office 365 and how we can help you.
You can also read: https://www.systoolsgroup.com/updates/office-365-tenant-to-tenant-migration-step-by-step-complete-guide/
Programming Foundation Models with DSPy - Meetup SlidesZilliz
Prompting language models is hard, while programming language models is easy. In this talk, I will discuss the state-of-the-art framework DSPy for programming foundation models with its powerful optimizers and runtime constraint system.
AppSec PNW: Android and iOS Application Security with MobSFAjin Abraham
Mobile Security Framework - MobSF is a free and open source automated mobile application security testing environment designed to help security engineers, researchers, developers, and penetration testers to identify security vulnerabilities, malicious behaviours and privacy concerns in mobile applications using static and dynamic analysis. It supports all the popular mobile application binaries and source code formats built for Android and iOS devices. In addition to automated security assessment, it also offers an interactive testing environment to build and execute scenario based test/fuzz cases against the application.
This talk covers:
Using MobSF for static analysis of mobile applications.
Interactive dynamic security assessment of Android and iOS applications.
Solving Mobile app CTF challenges.
Reverse engineering and runtime analysis of Mobile malware.
How to shift left and integrate MobSF/mobsfscan SAST and DAST in your build pipeline.
Northern Engraving | Nameplate Manufacturing Process - 2024Northern Engraving
Manufacturing custom quality metal nameplates and badges involves several standard operations. Processes include sheet prep, lithography, screening, coating, punch press and inspection. All decoration is completed in the flat sheet with adhesive and tooling operations following. The possibilities for creating unique durable nameplates are endless. How will you create your brand identity? We can help!
Skybuffer SAM4U tool for SAP license adoptionTatiana Kojar
Manage and optimize your license adoption and consumption with SAM4U, an SAP free customer software asset management tool.
SAM4U, an SAP complimentary software asset management tool for customers, delivers a detailed and well-structured overview of license inventory and usage with a user-friendly interface. We offer a hosted, cost-effective, and performance-optimized SAM4U setup in the Skybuffer Cloud environment. You retain ownership of the system and data, while we manage the ABAP 7.58 infrastructure, ensuring fixed Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and exceptional services through the SAP Fiori interface.
Fueling AI with Great Data with Airbyte WebinarZilliz
This talk will focus on how to collect data from a variety of sources, leveraging this data for RAG and other GenAI use cases, and finally charting your course to productionalization.
Ivanti’s Patch Tuesday breakdown goes beyond patching your applications and brings you the intelligence and guidance needed to prioritize where to focus your attention first. Catch early analysis on our Ivanti blog, then join industry expert Chris Goettl for the Patch Tuesday Webinar Event. There we’ll do a deep dive into each of the bulletins and give guidance on the risks associated with the newly-identified vulnerabilities.
HCL Notes and Domino License Cost Reduction in the World of DLAUpanagenda
Webinar Recording: https://www.panagenda.com/webinars/hcl-notes-and-domino-license-cost-reduction-in-the-world-of-dlau/
The introduction of DLAU and the CCB & CCX licensing model caused quite a stir in the HCL community. As a Notes and Domino customer, you may have faced challenges with unexpected user counts and license costs. You probably have questions on how this new licensing approach works and how to benefit from it. Most importantly, you likely have budget constraints and want to save money where possible. Don’t worry, we can help with all of this!
We’ll show you how to fix common misconfigurations that cause higher-than-expected user counts, and how to identify accounts which you can deactivate to save money. There are also frequent patterns that can cause unnecessary cost, like using a person document instead of a mail-in for shared mailboxes. We’ll provide examples and solutions for those as well. And naturally we’ll explain the new licensing model.
Join HCL Ambassador Marc Thomas in this webinar with a special guest appearance from Franz Walder. It will give you the tools and know-how to stay on top of what is going on with Domino licensing. You will be able lower your cost through an optimized configuration and keep it low going forward.
These topics will be covered
- Reducing license cost by finding and fixing misconfigurations and superfluous accounts
- How do CCB and CCX licenses really work?
- Understanding the DLAU tool and how to best utilize it
- Tips for common problem areas, like team mailboxes, functional/test users, etc
- Practical examples and best practices to implement right away
Discover top-tier mobile app development services, offering innovative solutions for iOS and Android. Enhance your business with custom, user-friendly mobile applications.
In the realm of cybersecurity, offensive security practices act as a critical shield. By simulating real-world attacks in a controlled environment, these techniques expose vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them. This proactive approach allows manufacturers to identify and fix weaknesses, significantly enhancing system security.
This presentation delves into the development of a system designed to mimic Galileo's Open Service signal using software-defined radio (SDR) technology. We'll begin with a foundational overview of both Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and the intricacies of digital signal processing.
The presentation culminates in a live demonstration. We'll showcase the manipulation of Galileo's Open Service pilot signal, simulating an attack on various software and hardware systems. This practical demonstration serves to highlight the potential consequences of unaddressed vulnerabilities, emphasizing the importance of offensive security practices in safeguarding critical infrastructure.
Freshworks Rethinks NoSQL for Rapid Scaling & Cost-EfficiencyScyllaDB
Freshworks creates AI-boosted business software that helps employees work more efficiently and effectively. Managing data across multiple RDBMS and NoSQL databases was already a challenge at their current scale. To prepare for 10X growth, they knew it was time to rethink their database strategy. Learn how they architected a solution that would simplify scaling while keeping costs under control.
Connector Corner: Seamlessly power UiPath Apps, GenAI with prebuilt connectorsDianaGray10
Join us to learn how UiPath Apps can directly and easily interact with prebuilt connectors via Integration Service--including Salesforce, ServiceNow, Open GenAI, and more.
The best part is you can achieve this without building a custom workflow! Say goodbye to the hassle of using separate automations to call APIs. By seamlessly integrating within App Studio, you can now easily streamline your workflow, while gaining direct access to our Connector Catalog of popular applications.
We’ll discuss and demo the benefits of UiPath Apps and connectors including:
Creating a compelling user experience for any software, without the limitations of APIs.
Accelerating the app creation process, saving time and effort
Enjoying high-performance CRUD (create, read, update, delete) operations, for
seamless data management.
Speakers:
Russell Alfeche, Technology Leader, RPA at qBotic and UiPath MVP
Charlie Greenberg, host
HCL Notes und Domino Lizenzkostenreduzierung in der Welt von DLAUpanagenda
Webinar Recording: https://www.panagenda.com/webinars/hcl-notes-und-domino-lizenzkostenreduzierung-in-der-welt-von-dlau/
DLAU und die Lizenzen nach dem CCB- und CCX-Modell sind für viele in der HCL-Community seit letztem Jahr ein heißes Thema. Als Notes- oder Domino-Kunde haben Sie vielleicht mit unerwartet hohen Benutzerzahlen und Lizenzgebühren zu kämpfen. Sie fragen sich vielleicht, wie diese neue Art der Lizenzierung funktioniert und welchen Nutzen sie Ihnen bringt. Vor allem wollen Sie sicherlich Ihr Budget einhalten und Kosten sparen, wo immer möglich. Das verstehen wir und wir möchten Ihnen dabei helfen!
Wir erklären Ihnen, wie Sie häufige Konfigurationsprobleme lösen können, die dazu führen können, dass mehr Benutzer gezählt werden als nötig, und wie Sie überflüssige oder ungenutzte Konten identifizieren und entfernen können, um Geld zu sparen. Es gibt auch einige Ansätze, die zu unnötigen Ausgaben führen können, z. B. wenn ein Personendokument anstelle eines Mail-Ins für geteilte Mailboxen verwendet wird. Wir zeigen Ihnen solche Fälle und deren Lösungen. Und natürlich erklären wir Ihnen das neue Lizenzmodell.
Nehmen Sie an diesem Webinar teil, bei dem HCL-Ambassador Marc Thomas und Gastredner Franz Walder Ihnen diese neue Welt näherbringen. Es vermittelt Ihnen die Tools und das Know-how, um den Überblick zu bewahren. Sie werden in der Lage sein, Ihre Kosten durch eine optimierte Domino-Konfiguration zu reduzieren und auch in Zukunft gering zu halten.
Diese Themen werden behandelt
- Reduzierung der Lizenzkosten durch Auffinden und Beheben von Fehlkonfigurationen und überflüssigen Konten
- Wie funktionieren CCB- und CCX-Lizenzen wirklich?
- Verstehen des DLAU-Tools und wie man es am besten nutzt
- Tipps für häufige Problembereiche, wie z. B. Team-Postfächer, Funktions-/Testbenutzer usw.
- Praxisbeispiele und Best Practices zum sofortigen Umsetzen
For the full video of this presentation, please visit: https://www.edge-ai-vision.com/2024/06/how-axelera-ai-uses-digital-compute-in-memory-to-deliver-fast-and-energy-efficient-computer-vision-a-presentation-from-axelera-ai/
Bram Verhoef, Head of Machine Learning at Axelera AI, presents the “How Axelera AI Uses Digital Compute-in-memory to Deliver Fast and Energy-efficient Computer Vision” tutorial at the May 2024 Embedded Vision Summit.
As artificial intelligence inference transitions from cloud environments to edge locations, computer vision applications achieve heightened responsiveness, reliability and privacy. This migration, however, introduces the challenge of operating within the stringent confines of resource constraints typical at the edge, including small form factors, low energy budgets and diminished memory and computational capacities. Axelera AI addresses these challenges through an innovative approach of performing digital computations within memory itself. This technique facilitates the realization of high-performance, energy-efficient and cost-effective computer vision capabilities at the thin and thick edge, extending the frontier of what is achievable with current technologies.
In this presentation, Verhoef unveils his company’s pioneering chip technology and demonstrates its capacity to deliver exceptional frames-per-second performance across a range of standard computer vision networks typical of applications in security, surveillance and the industrial sector. This shows that advanced computer vision can be accessible and efficient, even at the very edge of our technological ecosystem.
2. • World Bank-infoDev initiative, funded by UK Aid and DANIDA
• Provides incubation, capacity building services and financing
to SMEs developing climate mitigation/adaptation solutions
• Operational since September 2012, the first among the CICs
that infoDev is launching globally
• GVEP International, PwC, Strathmore University and KIRDI are
the lead partners in a consortium contracted by infoDev to
establish and operate the KCIC. Actual implementation is done
works with many supporting partners and collaborators.
• Currently in the process of incorporation as a Company Limited
by Guarantee to strengthen sustainability of its operations.
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What is the KCIC?
3. KCIC Model
• Providing risk capital through
a highly flexible fund that
offers financing through two
windows, namely proof of
concept and seed financing
• Facilitating other sources of
financing through
syndicating investors, building
partnerships with banks to
facilitate working capital
finance and facilitating
consumer financing to ensure
technology adoption in the
market
4. Key Success case
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Kukubora Challenges and support being provided
Business challenges:
• Transform Indigenous Chicken rearing into a
viable and market oriented economic activity
• Proving the concept is technically and
financially feasible
• Need to understand key business drivers and
costs at each step of the value chain
• Attracting investors into the venture
Support being provided by CIC:
• Review technical feasibility and business
potential
• Verify assumptions on the value chain
• Mainstream gender and youth into the
economic agenda,
• Strengthen the marketing function of the
indigenous poultry value chain,
• Strengthen the rural cluster model of
production, improve quality assurance of
indigenous poultry meat products
Status
Signed agreement with Bungoma
county
Slaughter facility completed with 500
chicken per hour
POC amounting to USD 42,000 granted
Additional comments:
The company to commercialize the idea
of growing indigenous poultry value chain
5. Key Success case
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Aviva Kenya Challenges and support being provided
Business challenges:
• Kenya imports eighty percent of its rice.
• Low rice production has mainly been due
to rice varieties that only grow in continuous
flooded paddies.
• The company is encouraging farmers to
adopt nerica rice farming for diversification
and to enhance food security
• Proving the concept is technically and
financially feasible
Support being provided by CIC:
• Undertake further farmer mobilization
• Field testing of nerica rice production and
obtain feed-back from farmers on seed
performance.
• Implement a marketing campaign to raise
awareness of, and demand for, the nerica
rice, and limited market test to better
understand willingness to pay and price
point
Status
Currently promoting rice growing in
non-traditional rice growing areas in
Arid and Semi-Arid areas of Meru,
Tharaka Nithi and Isiolo counties
POC amounting to USD 27,000 granted
6. Key success cases
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MilestonesMineral & Allied
SunCulture
Mineral & Allied Ltd had grown from a small Agro-vet
shop that provides livestock inputs to farmers around
Wangige Shopping Center to a major provider of
hydroponics technology in the Country. It has opened
over 15 outlets/contact points and installed 285
hydroponic units across the Country. The business has
also grown its sales by 240%. The CIC support has been
directed at growing market awareness , development
of effective farmer outreach models and training
materials. The business has also been assisted to patent
the appropriate aspects of its technology.
SunCulture is providing low-cost and efficient irrigation
technology targeting smallholder growers of high-
value crops in the country. The business has sold 32
irrigation in the last 6 months when it entered the
market. The customers are further provided with
extension support and linkage to competitive markets
for their crops. The Company is currently embarked on
a robust market expansion plan within Kenya and
Uganda over the next 5 years. The main CIC support
has been in end-user financing through which the
Company has successfully entered into partnership with
Equity Bank..