Lersha is a digital platform that connects smallholder farmers with essential agricultural inputs, mechanization services, and timely agro-climate advice through a mobile application and a network of trained agents. This service addresses the challenges of limited access to resources and expert guidance, enhancing productivity and financial inclusion for farmers.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Smallholder farmers often lack access to essential agricultural inputs, mechanization services, up-to-date agro-climate advice, and financial resources, hindering their productivity and economic advancement. Limited access to reliable information and resources results in inefficient farming practices and reduced yields.
Solution
Lersha provides a digital platform that connects smallholder farmers with a comprehensive suite of agricultural services via a mobile application and a network of trained agents. The platform offers a marketplace for purchasing farm inputs and hiring mechanization services, supported by expert advice from digitally-enabled agents. Lersha also delivers timely agro-climate advisory services verified by the Ministry of Agriculture, ensuring farmers receive relevant and accurate information. Furthermore, Lersha facilitates access to finance through personalized credit scoring and input loans, integrated with insurance to secure investments.
Target Audience
Lersha primarily targets smallholder farmers seeking to improve their access to agricultural inputs, mechanization services, expert advice, and financial resources.
Features
- Mobile application for accessing farm inputs, mechanization services, and agro-climate advice
- Network of trained agents providing on-the-ground support and expert guidance
- Agricultural marketplace enabling farmers to purchase inputs and hire services
- Agro-climate advisory services verified by the Ministry of Agriculture
- Personalized credit scoring and input loans integrated with insurance
- Aggregation strategies for inputs, mechanization, and livestock to improve resource access and market opportunities
- Call center support for farmers needing assistance