Our Impact
Driving change. Sustainably.
At iSDA, we work with smallholder farmers, local groups, and governments across Africa to help farmers produce healthier crops, unlock new opportunities and reach broader markets.
Farmers first.
iSDA creates easy-to-use, data-powered tools with an aim to sustainably boost smallholder farmer incomes and make smart agriculture accessible and affordable for farmers across the Global South.
With products designed around local needs, we empower farmers with practical insights and technology to drive productivity, resilience, and lasting growth.
Accessible design.
Our Virtual Agronomist AI advisor makes expert farming guidance easy and accessible. Farmers just send a WhatsApp message - no apps, no fuss. It’s as simple as chatting with a real agronomist, with valuable information right at their fingertips.
With affordable, on-the-spot advice, there’s no need for expensive tools or land surveys. Plus, lead farmers can register plots to extend our reach, helping connect more farmers to valuable support.
Sustainable future.
Virtual Agronomist simplifies sustainable farming by providing farmers with clear, personalised advice. Leveraging AI,iSDAsoil, and our scientific knowledge base, it offers tailored tips to manage nutrients, control pests, and boost crop health.
With seasonal reminders and real-time guidance, farmers can enhance productivity, conserving resources for a sustainable future. Virtual Agronomist also supports cost sustainability by providing a digital extension service that is 10% more affordable than traditional extension.
Measuring our impact.
Explore the key statistics that highlight how our solutions are delivering measurable improvements in agricultural productivity, farmer income, and community resilience across Africa.
66% increase in maize yields.
On average, farms using our Virtual Agronomist service saw a 66% increase in maize yield compared to those using farmer practice alone.
70% increase in sunflower yields.
Our Virtual Agronomist AI advisory service has helped sunflower farmers in Tanzania to increase their crop yields by up to 70%.
48% achieving higher yields.
48% of maize farmers using Virtual Agronomist achieved yields of 4+ tonnes per hectare, compared to just 10% with traditional methods.
Success stories.
Discover the impact Virtual Agronomist is making on farmers' lives.
“With Virtual Agronomist, I have been able to harvest several large maize heaps, which I can sell for a higher profit than before. This increased income will help me provide for my family and set aside money for savings.”
“The Virtual Agronomist service has helped 90% of our farmers increase their sunflower yields. There has been an average increase of 70% and we do not normally see sunflower heads this big!”
“I am very impressed by what Virtual Agronomist is able to do, what it is able to pick up, what it's able to recommend. I think it will really benefit our farmers and even our agronomists.”
“Virtual Agronomist helped me check my soil and found that it was lacking nitrogen and recommended that I use NPK 17:17:17, a fertiliser high in nitrogen, which has made a significant difference to my maize crops.”
“Before Virtual Agronomist I did not know anything about fertiliser. Through Virtual Agronomist I found out what my soil was lacking and I am already seeing a huge difference compared to last season!”
Get in touch with us.
Connect with us to find out more about our Virtual Agronomist AI service and agricultural collaborations across Africa.