Problem Statement
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Agriculture faces several persistent challenges:
Limited Financial Access – Farmers struggle with securing credit and financial assistance due to rigid banking structures, lack of collateral, and high-interest rates. Many small-scale farmers remain unbanked, limiting their ability to scale operations and invest in better farming techniques.
Middlemen Dominance – Traditional supply chains are often controlled by multiple layers of intermediaries who take substantial profits, leaving farmers with minimal earnings. This system leads to unfair pricing, reduced market competitiveness, and lack of direct access to buyers.
Lack of Transparency – Agricultural trade and supply chains suffer from inefficiencies due to the inability to track the origin of produce, verify product authenticity, or ensure fair pricing. Farmers have limited visibility into real-time market rates, and consumers lack trust in food traceability.
Market Limitations – Small and medium-scale farmers struggle to reach international markets due to logistical challenges, fluctuating commodity prices, and restrictive trade policies. This limits their ability to gain fair value for their produce and leverage better economic opportunities.
Supply Chain Inefficiencies – The current agricultural supply chain is prone to delays, wastage, and fraudulent transactions. A lack of digital documentation and real-time tracking mechanisms results in post-harvest losses and reduced profitability for farmers.
Lack of Technological Integration – Traditional agriculture lacks advanced technology adoption, preventing farmers from optimizing yields, reducing costs, and improving sustainability. Without proper digital tools, data analytics, and automation, the sector remains inefficient and fragmented.
The agriculture industry needs a modern, decentralized, and transparent approach to overcome these challenges and unlock its full potential. SFAGRO is at the forefront of this transformation, offering a blockchain-powered ecosystem that eliminates inefficiencies and empowers all stakeholders in the agricultural sector.