Malawi - Startup under 3 years old

Describe your project or startup in a few words

The project focus on Sustainable farming practices improving crop yield and soil health by providing fresh produce to local market communities.

01.01 Describe your startup in more detail

Business name: Chigonjetso's investment Mission Statement: Chigonjetso's investment aims to provide fresh, sustainably grown produce to local communities while promoting environmental stewardship and community engagement. *Business Overview:** Chigonjetso's investment is a family-owned agricultural business located in the fertile land of Dowa, Malawi. We specialize in organic fruit and vegetable farming as well as crop production, utilizing the latest sustainable farming practices to ensure the highest quality produce for our customers. *Key Offerings:** - Organic fruits and vegetables (tomatoes, strawberries, lettuce, peppers, etc.) - Farm-fresh produce delivered directly to local markets and restaurants - Educational farm tours and workshops on sustainable Farming practices *Key Strategies:** - Implementing organic farming methods to produce high-quality, pesticide-free crops - Building partnerships with local markets, restaurants, and community organizations

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

The main problem we aim to address in sustainable agriculture is the need to balance food production with environmental conservation. By promoting practices that minimize environmental impact, conserve natural resources, and enhance biodiversity, we strive to create a more resilient and ecologically sound food system for future generations. This involves adopting agroecological principles, reducing chemical inputs, promoting soil health, and supporting local communities. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure long-term food security while mitigating the negative effects of conventional agriculture in the society.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your startup provides (at least 3).

1. Enhanced crop health: Our sustainable agriculture methods promote healthier soil, leading to increased nutrient uptake by plants and overall crop vitality. 2. Water conservation: Our practices prioritize efficient water usage through innovative irrigation techniques, reducing waste and preserving this critical resource. 3. Reduced environmental impact: By eliminating harmful chemical inputs and promoting biodiversity, our approach minimizes pollution, protects wildlife, and fosters a healthier ecosystem for future generations.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your startup’s product/service is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

The targeted beneficiaries of this startup's product/service are smallholder farmers, agricultural communities, and environmentally conscious consumers who value sustainable farming practices and healthy, locally sourced produce.

01.05 When was your company established?

2021-12-10

01.06 Are you already selling your product/service?

Yes

01.07 How many other owners are there within your startup?

2

01.08 Among the other owners, how many are female?

1

01.09 Please describe the profile of the other owners within your startup (skills, experience, etc.)

The other owners in this startup have backgrounds in agriculture, business management, and technology. They bring expertise in sustainable farming practices, marketing, financial planning, and innovation in the agricultural sector.

01.10 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link(s) here:

01.11 Which industry best describes your project?

l) Farming

02.01.01 My startup contributes to the No poverty goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification for my startup

The startup will contribute to the goal in a way that it will provide jobs to the people in the communities of which they will be able to provide for their families.

02.02.01 My startup contributes to the Zero hunger goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification for my startup

to the goal in a way that it will provide fresh farm foods to the communities, hence zero hunger

02.03.01 My startup contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification for my startup

The startup will be giving fresh farm foods to the society which will enhance and contribute to good

02.04.01 My startup contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification for my startup

The goal will contribute to quality education in a way that men and women who will be given jobs at this startup will be able to send their children to school and provide for their needs hence quality education

02.05.01 My startup contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification for my startup

This will contribute to gender equality because it will hire both men and women who will be working as a team without partiality

02.06.01 My startup contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

4

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification for my startup

02.07.01 My startup contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

3

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification for my startup

02.08.01 My startup contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification for my startup

This will contribute to decent work and economic growth in a way that it will generate revenue through profits and when the workers are spending their incomes.

02.09.01 My startup contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification for my startup

This startup will build different infrastructures which will contribute to the development of the country

02.10.01 My startup contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification for my startup

02.11.01 My startup contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

3

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification for my startup

02.12.01 My startup contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification for my startup

The startup will greatly produce fresh farm foods for society consumption, for example, fresh maize, cucumbers, watermelon and tomatoes.

02.13.01 My startup contributes to the Climate action goal

4

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification for my startup

02.14.01 My startup contributes to the Life below water goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification for my startup

02.15.01 My startup contributes to the Life on land goal

3

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification for my startup

02.16.01 My startup contributes to the Peace Justice and Strong Institutions goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.16.02 Peace Justice and Strong Institutions- Justification for my startup

02.17.01 My startup contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification for my startup

The startup will make coordination with other business institution to continue sharing innovative ideas to progress and develop the society

06.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.02 The product/service represents an entirely new type of product/service.

1 - Strongly Disagree

06.03 The product/service could be described as a new technology.

4

06.04 The product/service is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.05 The product/service could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.06 The product/service responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.07 The product/service is a new version of an old product/service.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.08 Justification for my startup

06.09 Competitive Analysis

The competitors are all the shops that sells fresh farm foods to the society, for example, food lovers, ShopRite and Chipiku shops, and this startup will stand out from them because it will have strong branding of it's products and services that will define what it is doing on the ground, secondly it also show innovativeness to it's customers by introducing new services and products to the customers which will always make them to be loyal customers and lastly, effective communication to the the customers through social media, emails and posters on any new developments

11.05 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?