How Digital Innovation is Transforming Agricultural Supply Chains in East Africa

Farmers across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda are embracing digital platforms that connect them directly to buyers, reducing post-harvest losses by up to 40%. This article examines the impact of platforms like Twiga Foods and Apollo Agriculture on smallholder farmer livelihoods.

Key findings from a three-year study show that digital marketplace participation increased farmer revenues by an average of 27% while reducing transaction costs by 35%.