AgriTech Platform Overview

Fataplus AgriTech solutions empowering Malagasy farmers with smart technology and sustainable practices

Mission for Malagasy Farmers

Fataplus AgriTech delivers technology-driven solutions designed specifically for Madagascar’s agricultural sector, focusing on empowering smallholder farmers and cooperatives across the country. Our platform combines AI-powered insights, mobile technology, and sustainable practices to transform traditional farming into data-driven agriculture.

800+ Farmers

Active users across Alaotra-Mangoro and expanding regions

15% Yield Increase

Proven impact through smart irrigation and predictive guidance

20% Water Savings

Sustainable resource management through optimized irrigation

Offline-First

Solutions designed for limited connectivity environments

Sustainability Focus

Our AgriTech platform prioritizes environmental sustainability and long-term agricultural resilience:

Water Conservation

Smart irrigation systems reduce water waste by 20% through predictive watering alerts and cooperative pump scheduling, helping farmers optimize every drop while protecting Madagascar’s water resources.

Yield Optimization

AI-powered recommendations combine weather forecasts, soil data, and crop stages to help farmers achieve 15% higher yields without increasing resource consumption.

SDG Alignment

Our solutions directly support UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 6 (Clean Water), and SDG 13 (Climate Action), with automated impact tracking and reporting.

Local Knowledge Integration

We partner with FOFIFA (National Center for Applied Research and Rural Development) and local agronomists to combine traditional farming wisdom with modern technology.

Solutions Offered

Smart Irrigation Companion

Our flagship solution for rice farmers in Alaotra-Mangoro region, providing:

• Predictive Watering Alerts: Bilingual SMS and mobile notifications with irrigation timing recommendations
• Cooperative Scheduling: Dashboard for coordinating shared pump access across 65+ farmers
• Weather Integration: Real-time forecasts from MeteoMada API with localized insights
• Offline Capabilities: SMS fallback and cached data for areas with spotty connectivity

Learn more about Smart Irrigation →

Agricultural Marketplace

Connecting farmers with solutions, buyers, and resources:

• Direct Market Access: Connect smallholder farmers with buyers and distributors
• Resource Matching: Find equipment, seeds, and agricultural inputs from trusted suppliers
• Knowledge Sharing: Access agronomist insights and peer success stories
• Impact Analytics: Track ROI and demonstrate value to cooperatives and sponsors

Explore the Marketplace →

Field Research & Bootcamp Integration

Our AgriTech solutions are developed through the Agri-AI Design Lab, combining:

• Field ethnography with real farmers like Voahirana Randria, cooperative irrigation scheduler
• Iterative prototyping with 14-week pilot programs
• No-code development using Bubble, FlutterFlow, and Supabase
• Training integration for UX/UI bootcamp cohorts

Technology Stack

Mobile Apps

// FlutterFlow for farmer-facing mobile companion
// Offline-first architecture with local caching
// Bilingual support (French/Malagasy)

Partnership Ecosystem

FOFIFA Agritech Lab

Research partnership for agronomic insights and field validation

MeteoMada

Weather data provider for accurate forecasting

Cooperative Networks

Direct collaboration with farmer cooperatives in Alaotra-Mangoro

MAEP Alignment

Compliance with Ministry of Agriculture reporting standards

Impact Metrics

Our pilot programs demonstrate measurable impact:

Metric	Target	Status
Yield Increase	+15%	Validated in field tests
Water Savings	+20%	Measured via pump logs
Weekly Active Users	70%	During pilot period
NPS Score	≥35	Farmer satisfaction tracking
Onboarding Time	<15 minutes	Simplified for low-literacy users

Funding & Support

Financing: PIC (Pole Intégré de Croissance) Madagascar
Incubation: Zafy Tody Antananarivo
Budget: €35k for 14-week pilot programs

Get Started

For Farmers

Learn how to use the Smart Irrigation Companion

For Cooperatives

Explore marketplace and scheduling tools

For Partners

Collaborate on AgriTech solutions

For Developers

Join the Agri-AI Design Lab bootcamp

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Our AgriTech platform is designed for real-world constraints: spotty connectivity, limited device capabilities, and farmers with varying literacy levels. Every feature prioritizes accessibility and offline-first functionality.