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Matrix Seedlings_
Matrix Seedlings is a project that aims to provide a sustainable solution in the acquisition of quality seedlings for both agricultural exploits and/or forestry conservation measures.
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Matrix Seedlings_
Décrivez votre projet en quelques mots
Matrix Seedlings is a project that aims to provide a sustainable solution in the acquisition of quality seedlings for both agricultural exploits and/or forestry conservation measures.
01.01 Décrivez votre startup en détail
The project seeks to establish a stable supply of seedlings for both agricultural exploits and forestry conservation aims; as required of by the region's market dynamics. We are a partnership entity located in the semi-arids of Kenya; Kiambu county in Thika-East. Our nursery manager is an undergraduate student of Business School at JKUAT, who works closely in liaison to the resident agronomist and relevant authorities that may concern to oversee the conduct of business. In the second year of our operations as at June 2024 our products catalog to the tune of 5,600 units is inclusive of; Pawpaws, Citrus fruits, Passion fruits, Sour Sop, Avocado, Acacia, Moringa, mango trees, Pomegranate, Silky Oak, Apples and Loquat. The project's recurrent expenditure mostly fall towards potting materials and seeds procurement alongside the potting labour that serves an income for the local community. With an operational BEP of KES100 for each unit, we seek to be competitive whilst being in business.
01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?
In line to COP-28 environmental conservative action; green coverage increment in particular, we aim to provide a sustainable model that caters for the provision of quality seedlings towards the effort. Being a one stop call solution for clientele satisfaction in respect to agricultural and/or forestry/environmental conservative goals is our core aim. In acknowledgement of the requisite for quality inputs to foresee successful tree planting exercises, our open communication lines link resident agronomists to equip clients with the technical necessities in the care and management of seedlings. A keen analysis of the market's feed back on our products helps us make informed decisions that impact both our beneficiaries and the business positively.
01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service fourni par votre startup (au moins 3).
1. Quality Assurance - strict adherence to quality control measures at every step in the production of seedlings ensures our clientele are provided with the best that the industry offers. 2. Cost effectiveness- we offer competitive prices Vis a Vis market dynamics for our products making us an economical solution for our clients. 3. After Sale Support - our sales effort offers guidance on care and maintenance of procured seedlings.
01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adresse le produit/service de votre startup. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?
A major of the clientele of the project is inclusive of local and regional farmers seeking to initiate fruit farming practices. Alongside working in liaison to non-governmental environment conservative groups, the project also caters the governmental effort in the wholesome approach by providing forestry trees seedlings; both native and non-native. Secondary vendors who seek to resell our products inclusive of landscapers are our fourth tier clients.
01.05 Quand votre entreprise a-t-elle été créée ?
01/01/2023
01.06 Vendez-vous déjà votre produit/service ?
Oui
01.07 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires de votre entreprise en plus de vous ?
1
01.08 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?
0
01.09 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre startup (compétences, expérience, etc.).
The project's liaison agronomist is a partner at the start up. He is a managing director at the Swani Coffee Farm that also specializes in the production of avocados, fruits and horticultural products.
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01.11 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre entreprise ?
Matériaux (agriculture, pêche, produits chimiques, matériaux de construction, conteneurs et emballages, métaux et mines, papier et produits forestiers)
02.01.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
Matrix Seedlings is a project that is a source of employment for a nursery manager, consultant agronomist. It impacts the community positively in regard to its economics by being a source of income for casual labourers who are required of; for the running of it's propagative operations.
02.02.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
The start up seeks to establish sustainability in the provision of seedlings for agricultural exploits of farmers in the region and beyond.
02.03.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'
5
02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
The ripple effect of the availability of fruits for the community leads to a healthy living. In addition, the start up includes some but to mention; sour sop seedlings, whose products are medicinal both at a local traditional level and scientific.
02.04.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Éducation de Qualité'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
Our open lines of communication with our beneficiaries in regard to management of seedlings, ensures inclusivity of all persons. The agronomist follows up on the progress of planted trees whilst offering the technical knowledge required of to acquire maximum outputs for each unit of seedling planted.
02.05.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'
6
02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
Majority of the project's casual labourers are women and youth from the community in which it is situated. Beside being a learning platform for them, the start up offers a mode of income.
02.06.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'
5
02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
Being a fact that the start up is situated in a semi arid area, water does pose a scarce input. The ripple effect of introducing forestry conservation measures by offering a solution to seedlings acquisition however does seek to rectify the situation.
02.07.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
The start up utilises an electric power pump whose energy source is sustainable and affordable.
02.08.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
Matrix Seedlings is a source of employment for a nursery manager, consultant agronomist and a source of income for casual labourers when required of; for the running of it's propagative operations.
02.09.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovation et Infrastructure'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
The start up recognises the current need for equating e-commerce in the agricultural space and employs said channels in the conduct of businesses.
02.10.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
By offering a sustainable model of provision of seedlings. Our competitive prices and integration of the wholesome effort to the community ensures persons can provide for themselves economically.
02.11.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'
4
02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
N/A
02.12.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsables'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
The start up maintains a zero tolerance policy on waste from the project. This is alongside being conscious of quality inputs that effect on the smooth flow of operations.
02.13.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Lutte contre les Changements Climatiques'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
The start up basis is on the COP-28 Climate action as it seeks to provide a sustainable stable supply of seedlings to the region and beyond. The seedlings both for agricultural exploits means or forestry and/or otherwise, aim at increasing green coverage for the planet.
02.14.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'
1 - pas du tout d'accord
02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
The start up utilises a well as it's main water source for the propagation of seedlings.
02.15.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'
7 - tout à fait d'accord
02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
The start up ensures that potting bags procured with the intent for propagating seedlings are bio-degradable.
02.16.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'
4
02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
The start up maintains a clear record of operations for auditory purposes both at an external and internal level.
02.17.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'
2
02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup
N/A
06.01 Un grand nombre de clients utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire au nôtre.
7 = Tout à fait d'accord
06.02 Notre produit/service représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau
1 - Pas du tout d'accord
06.03 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie
1 - Pas du tout d'accord
06.04 Notre produit/service est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
06.05 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
06.06 Notre produit/service répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
06.07 Notre produit/service est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
06.08 Justification
The start up core value is quality products for our clientele having established regional nurseries tend to offers substandard seedlings. With a strict adherence to total quality management in our production process, we aim to be a one stop call solution for trees seedlings.
06.09 Analyse compétitive
The start up core value is quality products for our clientele having established regional nurseries tend to offers substandard seedlings. With a strict adherence to total quality management in our production process, we aim to be a one stop call solution for trees seedlings.
11.05 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?
Yes. Matrix Seedlings nursery offers a learning platform for all in interest to pursue our portfolio.
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