Smart Farming for Resilience: Empowering Rwandan Farmers through Data-Driven Innovation

To equip African smallholder farmers—especially in Rwanda—with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to become climate-resilient, improve agricultural productivity, and achieve financial growth through sustainable, data-driven decision-making.

• Smallholder farmers and cooperatives
• Women and youth engaged in agriculture
• Agricultural extension officers
• Local communities and agribusinesses
• Government agencies and development stakeholders

• Deployment of IoT and AI Solutions: Design and implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools that enable real-time monitoring of soil health, crop conditions, and environmental factors.
• AI-Powered Disease Detection: Use of AI and satellite imagery to detect and diagnose plant diseases early, allowing farmers to take preventive action and reduce crop losses.
• Farmer Training and Capacity Building: Organization of workshops and training sessions focused on digital agriculture, sustainable farm management, and climate adaptation strategies.
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaboration with local and international institutions including GIZ Rwanda and the Rwanda Agriculture Board (RAB) to scale impact and support implementation.
• Digital Resource Management Tools: Provision of digital platforms that help farmers manage inputs, finances, and operations more efficiently.
• Market Access and Advocacy: Facilitation of access to fair markets through digital platforms, and engagement with policymakers to promote the adoption of green, digital agriculture.

• Improved Efficiency and Profitability: Precision agriculture techniques have reduced input waste, lowered production costs, and boosted crop yields—translating into higher incomes for farmers.
• Enhanced Environmental Sustainability: Adoption of smart farming methods has led to improved soil health and reduced environmental impact.
• Community Empowerment: Over 500 rural farmers—including approximately 40% women—have been empowered through training and technology.
• Collaborative Networks: Creation of a multi-stakeholder support ecosystem involving cooperatives, government bodies, and private sector partners to drive long-term transformation.
• Scalable Model: Faminga continues to bridge the gap between traditional farming and digital innovation, positioning itself as a scalable model for sustainable agriculture in Africa.