AGRITECH FOUNDERS DIARY

Funding is one of the toughest challenges Agri tech founders face. In this solo episode of AgriTech Founders Diary, host Kenneth Obayuwana breaks down how startups can access non dilutive funding capital that helps you grow without giving up equity or taking on debt. In this episode you’ll discover: • Why your first grant is the gateway to bigger opportunities • Practical steps to position your st...

Can the right grant transform your startup’s future? In this episode of AgriTech Founders Diary, we sit down with Olugbenga Ogunbowale, CEO of Grant Master, known as “The Grant Master” for helping countless entrepreneurs unlock millions in non-dilutive funding. You’ll learn: • The difference between grants, competitions, loans, and VC funding • When and how agri-tech startups should apply for gran...

What does it take to rebuild agriculture for both people and planet? In this episode of AgriTech Founders Diary, Peter Murage of MOOF Africa and Michael Jones of AgroReGenerations share how open source systems, local knowledge, and farmer first practices are shaping climate resilient agriculture across Africa. You’ll learn: • Why open source matters for trust and scale • How local knowledge drives...

Can open-source tools and ancestral knowledge transform the future of farming? In this episode of AgriTech Founders Diary, we sit down with Michael Jones, co-founder and Lead Architect of AgroReGenerations, a regenerative systems initiative helping smallholder farmers build climate resilience through transparent tech and local collaboration. What we discussed: Why open-source tools matter for farm...

Meet Adeoye Oluwatosin - he started Viscio Express after watching his sister struggle with crazy logistics costs. Now he's fixing Nigeria's 3.5 trillion naira food transportation mess. You'll learn; Why farmers are losing 40% of profits to bad logistics His genius solution for empty truck returns Getting old-school farmers to trust new tech (hint: start with phone calls!) Charging just...

Can passive investment models revolutionize African agriculture? Our Host. Kenneth Obayuwanna,  an agri-investment strategist who’s unlocking new pathways for wealth creation in Africa—without the need to till the soil. In this episode of AgriTech Founders Diary, we explore:  How digital platforms are helping everyday investors earn big from agri-business  What "non-farming" investment loo...

Can data-driven farming end food insecurity in rural Africa? Meet Esineye Shilombo, founder of Chiseko, a Zambian agri-tech startup building a digital bridge between smallholder farmers and high-demand markets. From IT lead at the U.S. Embassy to agri-innovator, Esineye is rewriting what it means to be a tech-powered changemaker in Southern Africa. In this episode of AgriTech Founders Diary, we ex...

Can a $500 grant spark a sustainable agritech revolution?   Meet John Samuel, the 21-year-old founder of KITA Farms United, who’s reshaping agriculture in Northern Nigeria through circular farming, youth empowerment, and digital innovation. In this inspiring episode of Agritech Founders Diary , we explore: How John scaled KITA Farms from 20 bags to 100+ using smart irrigation What circular farming...

In this episode of the AgriTech Founders Diary , host Kenneth Obayuana talks with Winnie Wambaku , the founder of Nakuru Tubers , a trailblazing AgriTech startup using tissue culture technology to boost seed potato farming in Kenya.  From the greenhouse to the farm , Wanjiru shares her transformation from a horticulture graduate to an agricultural entrepreneur , driven by a mission to improve food...

In this episode of the AgriTech Founders Diary, host Kenneth Obayuana talks with Winnie Wambaku , the founder of Nakuru Tubers, a trailblazing AgriTech startup using tissue culture technology to boost seed potato farming in Kenya.  From the greenhouse to the farm, Wanjiru shares her transformation from a horticulture graduate to an agricultural entrepreneur, driven by a mission to improve food sec...

Bruno Ferreira, CEO of a transformative food bank in Bolivia. Bruno has dedicated his career to building a sustainable food system that not only addresses food insecurity but creates lasting change for communities in need. In this episode, he’ll be sharing the realities and challenges he faces on the front lines of food security, along with the groundbreaking innovations his organization is implem...

Step into the world of agricultural innovation with Andrew Mack, the mastermind behind Agromovil, a game-changing software connecting farmers with markets around africa and the Latin America. In this exclusive Interview, Andrew shares the remarkable story of building Agromovil from scratch, navigating challenges, and paving the way for a brighter future in farming. Join us for an insightful journe...

In this episode of Agritech Founders Diary podcast Mr. Soji Sanyaolu, CEO of AirSmat Inc, shares his inspiring journey in the agritech industry. In this exclusive episode, Mr. Sanyaolu will delve into the challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons learned while building AirSmat from the ground up. He share with us how AirSmat Inc is revolutionizing the industry with innovative solutions and cutt...

Meet Mr. Ammar Al-Shami, the founder of EFRESCO. He is an economist and agribusiness entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in business and international development. EFRESCO is a global cross-border trading portal for fresh produce. EFRESCO supports cross-border trade, technology, and distribution solutions for the fresh produce industry. In the interview, he will be sharing his entreprene...

In this inspiring episode, we dive into the journey of Gugulethu Mahlangu, an entrepreneur who turned her passion for sustainability into a thriving aquaponics farm. From humble beginnings to growing fresh produce and raising fish in a symbiotic ecosystem, Gugulethu shares her unique path to building a successful and eco-friendly farm. Tune in as we explore the challenges, triumphs, and lessons le...

Meet Ana Rosa De Lima, the founder, Meli Bees Network gUG, an independent organisation that engages & empowers indigenous peoples and local communities in vulnerable areas lead regeneration in a bottom-up movement for climate justice. Through Meli Bees Network gUG, Ana Rosa engages over 50 communities, connect them amongst peers and partners and fund community-led projects. On this episode, An...

Meet Emmastella Gakuo the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and co-founder of Savanna Circuit, Africa's leading manufacturer and distributor of mobile and stationery solar chillers of customized capacities for all your business cooling needs! Emmastella's solar-powered mobile chillers are designed to assist dairy farmers in remote areas of Kenya in preserving the freshness of their produced mi...

Meet Mathias Charles Yabe, the co-founder and CEO of AkoFresh, a green cold chain enterprise, offering farmers and traders solar powered cold storage preservation services to put an end to post-harvest losses. On this episode, Mathias shared the challenges he encountered while building his agritech company how he solved them.

Meet Mr Balogun Olagoke, CEO of SO FRESH Ltd, Nigeria's pioneer and number one healthy food chain company, providing fresh, delicious, nutrient-rich healthy meals and committed to promoting a healthy lifestyle. Founded in 2010, Mr. Balogun has made So Fresh LTD (formerly Fruitvegies Limited) a prime and preferred destination for people to make clean, safe, & healthy food choices in Nigeria...

Meet Kenneth Obayuwana, the CEO of Agritech Digest, a platform that serves as a meeting point for agriculture and technology. Through Agritech Digest, Kenneth connects, inform, and inspire hundreds of stakeholders in the agritech industry for maximum productivity. On this special episode, Kenneth shared his strategies and insights for his agritech company.

Meet Mrs. Pretty Kubyane, co-founer, eFama App, an app that enables farmers to sell their fresh produce and meat directly to consumers and commercial buyers. In this interview, Mrs. Pretty shared how she and her husband managed to establish and develop their family agritech business.

Meet Adaeze Ruth Akpagbula, Co-Founder of Farmspeak Technology, an agritech startup that focuses on manufacturing hardware devices that is powered by internet-of-things (IoT) and artificial intelligence to help smallholder poultry farmers diagnose poultry diseases, combat climate change, monitor and regulate the poultry environment. Amongst other things, Adaeze was recognized as the top 5 women in...

Meet Mariana Vasconcelos, the Chief Executive Officer of Agrosmart, a company that provides end-to-end solutions for farmers and agribusinesses to become more resilient, adapted, and sustainable in the face of climate change. Mariana is a technology pioneer alumnus of the World Economic Forum. she also serves as an advisory board member at Thought For Food, Fundação Espaço ECO (BASF) and Instituto...

Meet Ben Scott-Robinson who is an accomplished digital entrepreneur focused on geospatial and mobility technologies. Ben co-founded Small Robot Company in 2017 with a vision to transform food production with accurate, smart, lightweight robots. Ben is an experienced technology entrepreneur and early mobile technology innovator, including a phone for blind people. On this special episode, Ben share...

Meet Eneyi Oshi, a passionate Agripreneur, is the co-founder of Agrisiti. Agrisiti as an agritech brand provides smart, urban agricultural infrastructure and appropriate awareness for urban dwellers to primarily aid the sustainable cultivation of high-quality protein foods whilst earning a sustainable living and also creating decent livelihoods for many people via agriculture. In this interview, E...