Project Zaraat develops affordable cold chain facilities to reduce post-harvest losses for small and marginal farmers, ensuring efficient first-mile connectivity for their produce. By improving storage and transportation, the initiative enables farmers to secure better market prices for their goods.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Small and marginal farmers often face significant post-harvest losses due to inadequate storage and transportation infrastructure, leading to reduced income and market access. The lack of efficient first-mile connectivity further exacerbates these challenges, preventing farmers from securing fair prices for their produce.
Solution
Project Zaraat aims to mitigate post-harvest losses by providing affordable and accessible cold chain facilities for small and marginal farmers. By establishing strategically located storage units and facilitating efficient transportation networks, Project Zaraat ensures the safe preservation and timely delivery of agricultural produce to market. This initiative empowers farmers to minimize spoilage, extend the shelf life of their goods, and ultimately obtain better market prices, thereby improving their economic stability and livelihoods.
Target Audience
The primary target audience consists of small and marginal farmers who experience significant post-harvest losses due to lack of adequate cold chain infrastructure.
Features
- Affordable cold storage units designed for small-scale farmers
- Temperature-controlled transportation solutions for perishable goods
- Strategic placement of facilities to optimize first-mile connectivity
- Real-time monitoring of storage conditions to ensure produce quality
- Training programs for farmers on best practices in post-harvest handling