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Migration Propensity Index (MPI): A scoring tool to anticipate domestic and cross-border migration

Twelve simple questions that predict which households are most likely to migrate, for smarter development decisions The Migration Propensity Index (MPI) provides freely available methodology, questionnaires, and scoring tools to estimate the likelihood of household migration within the next 12 to 24 months. It combines two complementary indices: the internal MPI (i-MPI), which anticipates domestic migration, and the external MPI (e-MPI), which anticipates cross-border migration. Each index uses 12 to 15 simple, non-sensitive questions about observable household characteristics, including demographics, dwelling conditions, assets, and previous migration events. Responses are scored to estimate migration probability and classify households into low, medium, or high migration propensity groups. The questionnaire takes a few minutes and can be administered in person, by phone, or integrated into an existing survey. For organizations providing survey, data analysis, or targeting services, the MPI can support household-level assessment and geographic mapping. Both indices demonstrated predictive power in out-of-sample validation in Honduras.

Pre-validated 9•9

6

AgentBI: Digital field agent management platform

The missing layer in last-mile delivery, built for field agents, designed for the system AgentBI is a modular digital platform that helps agribusinesses, seed companies, input distributors and other businesses manage agricultural field agents delivering products and services to rural customers. It combines competency assessment, tailored training, performance monitoring, incentives and career development to address agent turnover, strengthen field operations and support customer acquisition and retention. AgentBI can be used as a standalone platform or its framework can be integrated into an organisation's existing digital platform. AgentBI draws on agent management approaches tested with partners in Kenya and Uganda. At DigiCow in Kenya, farmer self-registration through USSD increased from 9% to 50% within two months following the introduction of structured incentives. At Seed Sasa, farmer retention increased from 18% to 34%. In Uganda, an Everlend intervention involving 15 screened and trained agents facilitated bean seed loans to 147 farmers in one week.

Pre-validated 9•8

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ProvisionGard™: Insect - Blocking Package Technology

ProvisionGard™ : Protects your products, protect your brand. ProvisionGard™ enables millers, food processors, packaging manufacturers, and other food supply-chain businesses to add insect protection to existing food packaging. The treatment can be incorporated during normal packaging production, requires no major changes to filling or distribution processes, and has been reported by the provider at approximately USD 3.50 per 1,000 treated packets, creating an opportunity to reduce infestation-related returns and product losses.

Pre-validated 8•8

4

Livestock Feed Pelleting: Small-scale feed production using local agricultural by-products

Farm-to-Feed Innovation: Turning local by-products into affordable, high-quality livestock feed Small-scale Feed Production Using Local Agricultural By-products transforms locally available agricultural and agro-industrial resources into nutritionally balanced livestock feed through locally adapted formulations, training, and appropriately selected processing equipment. The technology enables businesses, cooperatives, and farmer organizations to establish feed production and processing services adapted to local resources, infrastructure, production scale, and market demand. Local feed can be produced at approximately 34% lower cost than comparable imported feed concentrates, creating opportunities for competitive feed production, processing services, local equipment manufacturing, and supply. Initially developed and commercially deployed in Tunisia, the technology has also been implemented in Mali and Ethiopia using production configurations adapted to local conditions.

Pre-validated 9•8

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FarmRise: Digital Platform for Advisory and Crop Management

Expert farming solutions at your fingertips FarmRise is a digital platform that connects farmers with agricultural input providers, agrodealers, advisors, and other value chain actors through a mobile-based digital infrastructure. The platform enables farmer registration, delivers personalized agronomic advisory services, provides weather-based recommendations, supports AI-powered crop disease diagnosis, verifies agricultural products, and facilitates access to agricultural solutions and services. By digitizing farmer interactions and generating valuable agricultural data, FarmRise improves service delivery efficiency, strengthens market visibility, supports data-driven commercial decisions, and enables private sector actors to better understand farmer needs, optimize outreach, and improve engagement across the agricultural value chain. Its mobile-based functionality supports service access and market reach, including in rural farming communities.

Pre-validated 9•9

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TOKYO8: Microbial Soil Health Activator for Enhanced Crop Productivity

Activating Soil Life for Sustainable Productivity The concept of TOKYO8 is rooted in 35 years of microbial research conducted by Taiyo Yuka, a company specializing in detoxifying high-concentration sludge from Tokyo’s urban centers. By leveraging this expertise, they developed a liquid microbial preparation designed to restore the natural relationship between plants and soil organisms, which has been weakened by modern conventional farming methods using chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Originally developed to revive degraded soils, the technology improves nutrient availability and is highly effective across a wide range of Crops, with documented success in increasing the yields of Rice, Maize, Onion, Potato, and Tomato by up to 20%. Since its introduction in Africa in 2021, TOKYO8 has expanded to more than 13 African countries through an innovative local production franchise model. With operational production units already established in Malawi, the technology combines proven field performance with scalable manufacturing and distribution opportunities, creating sustainable business growth across the agricultural value chain.

Pre-validated 8•8

5

e-pineA: Digital Supply Chain Solution for Pineapple Market Access and Traceability

e-pineA is the ideal solution to facilitate market access for agricultural products and reduce post-harvest losses e-pineA is a digital supply chain platform that connects pineapple producers to local and international buyers, providing real-time data on field maturity, expected yields, and harvest timing. The technology enables consistent, high-quality supply, reduces post-harvest losses, and improves traceability for international market compliance. Agribusinesses and exporters benefit from better procurement planning, efficient inventory management, and access to reliable market intelligence, increasing profitability and reducing operational risks. Investors can leverage the scalable business model and market-driven growth opportunities.

Pre-validated 9•9

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Index-Based Agricultural Insurance for Climate Risk Management

Protect farmers’ investment from weather shocks Index-based insurance is a financial product that protects farmers against weather risks such as drought or excess rainfall. It uses data from weather stations or satellites to detect when a shock occurs. In practice, farmers pay a premium before the season. If the defined weather threshold is reached during the season, payouts are automatically sent—without field inspections or claims—allowing farmers to recover and continue production.

Pre-validated 9•7

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BID Tool: Digital platform for Business Investment Decision

Turning business ideas into investment-ready plans! The BID Tools is a practical, user-friendly solution for SMEs and agribusinesses to build strong business plans, test financial feasibility, and attract investment. It enables enterprises to reduce risks, improve profitability, and make smarter investment decisions in competitive markets.

Pre-validated 7•7

6

Farmbetter: 3-in-1 Digital Advisory Platform

Smart farming support—anytime, anywhere. farmbetter helps cooperatives and agribusinesses improve supply chain performance through digital advisory and farmer engagement tools. The 3-in-1 platform enables field agents to support more farmers, ensures consistent production practices, and provides dashboards to track member progress and improve input or output coordination. Cooperatives gain loyalty, processors improve quality and volumes, and both reduce extension costs, while boosting climate resilience and productivity across their networks.

Pre-validated 9•8

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Agrocares Scanner: Soil, Feed and Leaves Nutrient Scanner

Scan Nutrients. Get Answers. Act Fast. The AgroCares handheld Nutrient Scanner is a portable, digital tool that delivers instant nutrient analysis of soil, leaves, and feed. With a smartphone and app, agro-service providers can offer rapid testing to clients anywhere—eliminating delays and reducing costs. This creates a new revenue stream, improves customer loyalty, and supports precise input sales. With each scan, data flows to the cloud, building business intelligence for product development or advisory services. The device requires no chemicals, is easy to use, and scales efficiently across locations.

Pre-validated 9•9

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CABI Academy: Learning Platform for Agricultural Advisory Services

Learn, Advise, Transform Agriculture! CABI Academy offers flexible, on-demand training programmes built on the Skills Framework for Agriculture, with modules like pest diagnosis, bioprotection, soil and water management, and agribusiness entrepreneurship. These market-focused courses empower agricultural input dealers, advisors, and agribusiness staff to deliver informed, value-added services to farmers, enhancing advisory quality, customer trust, and business competitiveness.

Pre-validated 9•7

3

PlantwisePlus Knowledge Bank: Crop health management library

Knowledge, resources, and tools for plant health! This Library offers agribusinesses practical crop health solutions and up-to-date technical content to improve customer support, product alignment, and staff training. By linking products and services to trusted agricultural knowledge, it helps businesses build credibility, respond faster to farmer needs, and stay competitive in sustainable farming markets.

Pre-validated 9•9

4

BASICS Model: A Seed System Model for Cassava Transformation

An economically sustainable integrated cassava seed system! The cassava seed sector has long been dominated by informal practices—non-certified stem reuse, low yields, and high disease prevalence. The BASICS model addresses this by creating a viable commercial seed system for cassava, opening up investment and revenue streams in seed production, distribution, diagnostics, and digital tools. The model has been tested and refined in Nigeria with strong market demand and regulatory support, providing a scalable framework for agribusiness expansion in cassava-producing countries.

Pre-validated 8•8

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Marketing strategies for cassava seed system

Sell Smart, Grow Fast The Marketing Strategies technology is a toolkit designed to help cassava seed producers improve market access, visibility, and demand for certified seeds. It provides tools for understanding customer segments, developing effective pricing models, and leveraging both digital and traditional marketing channels. By enhancing seed producers' ability to engage with farmers, build trust, and promote high-quality seeds, the toolkit supports sustainable business growth and addresses key challenges in seed marketing, such as low market awareness, distribution inefficiencies, and poor customer engagement.

Pre-validated 9•9

3

Capacity Building Strategies on Cassava Seed System

From Knowledge to Yield — Empowering Cassava Seed Systems. The Building Capacity technology aims to strengthen cassava seed systems by addressing capacity gaps among seed producers. It provides a comprehensive toolkit with training resources, business development tools, and partnership frameworks to enhance technical skills, market access, and regulatory collaboration. The technology promotes sustainable seed production, boosts productivity, and ensures seed quality. Key activities include capacity assessments, tailored training curricula, and stakeholder collaboration. By improving seed systems, it supports economic growth, food security, and climate resilience, benefiting seed producers and farmers alike.

Pre-validated 9•8

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CSE Model: Cassava Seed Entrepreneur Business Model

Transforming Cassava Farming Through Entrepreneurial Innovation! Cassava is a key staple crop in Sub-Saharan Africa, critical for both food security and income generation. Yet, the traditional cassava seed system has been fragmented and unsustainable, primarily relying on informal farmer-to-farmer sharing and ad hoc free distributions from governments and NGOs. This system has contributed to the widespread use of low-quality, disease-prone seeds, significantly limiting productivity and the adoption of improved varieties. The Cassava Seed Entrepreneur (CSE) Business Model presents a scalable, market-driven solution to modernize the cassava seed system. It empowers rural men, women, and youth by transforming them into certified seed entrepreneurs, enabling them to produce and distribute high-quality, certified cassava planting materials. The model integrates training, digital tools, and strategic partnerships to ensure a consistent supply of clean seeds. As a result, it not only boosts cassava yields but also creates new business opportunities and enhances rural livelihoods, providing an attractive investment opportunity for the private sector.

Pre-validated 9•3

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Cassava Seed Field Multiplication Protocol

From planting to certification—seed production made simple. The Cassava Seed Field Multiplication Protocol is a standardized agricultural method that enables the field-based production of high-quality cassava planting material. It combines clean seed sources, agronomic best practices, regulatory compliance, and digital tools to support certified cassava seed production by seed companies, farmers, and institutions.

Pre-validated 9•9

4

eProd: Digital Agriculture Supply Chain Platform

Structure, Trace, Scale & Connect with Solutions eProd is a digital supply chain management platform designed for agriculture. It helps organizations register farmers, monitor production, ensure traceability, and manage payments efficiently. The system is modular, works offline, and integrates easily with other digital tools.

Pre-validated 9•7

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Cassava EGS Model: Early Generation Seed Production of Cassava

Breeder & Foundation Cassava Seeds—Always Within Reach This technology enables seed companies and certified producers to multiply and supply breeder and foundation cassava seeds directly from research centers. It follows national seed certification standards, uses both in-house and outgrower schemes, and ensures that farmers and seed entrepreneurs get access to clean, high-quality planting material. Registration with seed authorities and proper field inspection are required for participation.

Pre-validated 9•9

6

Improved Cassava Varieties: Market-driven cassava breeding and promotion system

Improved cassava varieties crucial for enhancing food security, increasing farmer incomes, and reducing poverty in Africa. The technology is a market-driven cassava breeding system that develops improved varieties based on market needs, such as for fresh consumption, processing, or biofortification. It involves stakeholder input, standard breeding methods, and regulatory collaboration for variety release. Adoption is promoted through trials, launch events, and media campaigns, aligning breeding with market demand to boost cassava productivity and value chain performance.

Pre-validated 9•9

6

Crop Sprayer App: Dosage calculator for plant protection products

Optimizing Pesticide Application for Sustainable Agriculture The CABI Crop Sprayer app offers agribusinesses and agro-input dealers a tool to ensure precise pesticide dosing, enhancing product efficacy and customer satisfaction. By minimizing waste and optimizing application, it supports sustainable business practices.

Pre-validated 9•7

3

SAH: Semi-Autotrophic Hydroponics for yam multiplication

Multiplying Seeds, Securing Harvests, Ensuring Food Security! Semi-Autotrophic Hydroponics (SAH) is an innovative, cost-effective technology for rapidly multiplying yam planting materials. By using leaf nodal cuttings in a controlled environment, SAH enables year-round production of high-quality yam seedlings and tubers. This method significantly reduces seed costs, increases productivity, and ensures a reliable seed supply for commercial seed companies, farmers, and breeders. Scaling up this technology will address seed shortages and improve food security.

Pre-validated 9•7

4

Seeds2B Toolkit: Improved Variety Commercialization Toolkit

A set of tools on best practices for practitioners and investors in the seeds sector. The Seed2B Toolkit is a comprehensive resource designed to bridge the gap between advanced breeding and the successful commercialization of improved seed varieties. It provides step-by-step guidance, tools, and best practices across the product lifecycle—from problem identification to solution delivery—ensuring smallholder farmers access high-quality seeds tailored to their needs. The toolkit emphasizes collaboration between public and private stakeholders to establish standards for seed development and dissemination.

Validated 8•7

6

Kichawi Kill: Striga Bioherbicide

Mitigating Africa’s worst pest threat to food security by revolutionizing crop protection with a biological and sustainable weed control alternative. The Toothpick Project introduces an innovative biocontrol technology utilizing a specific strain of host-specific fungus, Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. strigae, to combat Striga (witchweed), Africa's most severe pest threatening food security. Approximately 50 million hectares of croplands (around 40 million farms) in sub-Saharan Africa are infested with Striga, causing over $9 billion in crop losses annually. Striga plants produce over 50,000 seeds per season, easily spreading through wind, human and animal traffic, and farming tools, adding to the soil seed bank. This selective biological herbicide “Kichawi Kill”, applied by farmers as a seed coating, aims to restore crop yields by targeting Striga without harming maize. This game-changing agri-tech provides a safe, effective, and affordable alternative to traditional chemical herbicides.

Validated 9•8

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Regions

Middle Africa

Western Africa

Eastern Africa

Northern Africa

Southern Africa

Commodity groups

Animal production

Aromatic and stimulant crops

Cereals

Fruits

Legumes

Oilseed crops

Roots and tubers

Vegetables

Temperature

Moisture level

Sustainable Development Goals