Patricia Kakorozya and Ruth Yongolo, founders of Farmwise Tanzania, shared a deep concern stemming from a common observation: with each visit to their villages, they witnessed the troubling decline in the number of smallholder farmers and abandoned farmlands. Coming from farming backgrounds themselves and now living in Dar es Salaam. Witnessing how city dwellers struggle with financial pressures, they felt a personal and urgent call to action. This shared sentiment ignited their resolve to find a solution that would reverse the trend.
Motivated by their own need for additional revenue streams and recognizing the broader potential to invigorate the agricultural sector, they developed an innovative business model. Their vision was to transform farming into an appealing side hustle specifically tailored for gainfully employed city dwellers like themselves. By making farming accessible and profitable, Farmwise Tanzania aims to attract those far removed from traditional agricultural settings, thereby ensuring a win-win approach for both platform users and the future of farming for future generations.
Morogoro Maize Farm Project
Exciting news! Farmwise has secured 10,000 acres in Tanzania's fertile Morogoro region for our next maize farming project. As we prepare the farm for the next planting season, we invite you to be part of this sustainable agriculture movement.
Whether you are interested in investing, learning, or farming as a side hustle, our Morogoro farm project offers a unique opportunity to reap the benefit of farming with a difference. Register now to become part of our community. Register your interest now!
Come grow with us!
Our services
Short-term Farm Rental Opportunity Nationwide
Offers flexible, short-term leases on a wide range of farms across the country, allowing investors and even non-farmers to embark on agricultural projects instantly without long-term commitments.
Land Preparation and Management
Provides comprehensive farm services including soil testing and treatment, plowing, and irrigation setup (where applicable) to ensure land is fertile and ready for planting, optimizing crop yield potential.
Quality Agricultural Input
Supplies top-tier seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, so that farmers have access to the best inputs for their crops, leading to healthier plants and increased yields.
Farming as a Service (FaaS)
Our mobile app delivers end-to-end farm management for remote farm management for transparency and accountability. You can select from our list of certified and dedicated Farm Officers from accredited Agricultural institutions to manage your farm covering all aspects from planting to harvesting.
Agricultural Financial Services
We partner with agricultural-centric banks to offer tailored financial solutions, including loans, insurance cover, and investment opportunities, aimed to support agro-investments for guaranteed returns.
Ready Market Access
At Farmwise, we facilitate connections between farmers and buyers, ensuring that produce is fairly priced, and reaches the market efficiently and profitably, reducing the risk of post-harvest losses for our platform investors.
Why Farming is Rarely
a Side Hustle
High Initial Investment
Farming often requires significant upfront costs, including land, equipment, seeds, and other necessary supplies, which can be a barrier for individuals looking for low-cost entry points into side hustles.
Time Commitment
Farming is time-consuming, requiring regular attention. This can be challenging for those who already have full-time jobs or other commitments, making it difficult to manage alongside other responsibilities.
Lack of Knowledge
Farming requires specific skills and knowledge about crop cycles, soil health, pest management, and more. People without agricultural experience may find the learning curve steep and intimidating.
Labor Intensive
Farming is physically demanding to manage multitasks like planting, tending, and harvesting. This aspect can be a deterrent for people seeking less physically intensive side hustles.
Risk of Crop Failure
Factors like pests, diseases, and adverse weather can lead to crop failures, posing financial risks.
Isolation
Farms are often located in rural areas, which might be less appealing for individuals accustomed to urban settings.
Cultural Perceptions
For Millennials and Gen Z even in some cultures, farming might be viewed as less prestigious or desirable compared to other professions or side hustles.
Storage & Market Access
Proper storage and market access are crucial for preserving quality and ensuring products reach the market, requiring additional resources and coordination.
How Farmwise works
Select and customize your Farm
At Farmwise, we offer a wide selection of farms across the nation, for each planting season. Whether you are looking for a small plot or a vast field to suit your agricultural ambitions. Simply select your desired acreage, complete your payment, and start your farming journey with us.
Sit Back, We've Got This
We supply everything you need, including high-quality seeds, fertilizer, and pesticides. Our farm management app lets you easily track and monitor your farm's progress daily alongside your Farm Officer, ensuring transparency and giving you peace of mind.
Expert Care On-Demand
Understanding your busy lifestyle and the physical distance from your farm, we offer the option to hire certified agricultural experts directly through our platform. They'll tend to your farm, applying expert knowledge and care, ensuring optimal growth and yield.
Harvest Your Success
At harvest time, you can either keep your produce or sell on our platform at premium price. We make sure the money from the sale goes right into your bank account easily.
Helpline and Support
+255-713444448
Our Address
Msasani Tower, Postal code 14111,
Plot number 503/1, P.O. Box 38556,
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
