Introduction

With 1.2 million Liberians facing food insecurity, Zomatic Group’s mixed farming division is turning challenges into opportunities. Learn how we’re revolutionizing agribusiness to ensure no one goes hungry.

The Crisis in Context

Climate shifts and reliance on imports make Liberia vulnerable. Only 20% of arable land is cultivated, yet 70% of the population depends on agriculture..

Zomatic’s Agri-Tech Revolution

1. Precision Farming:

   • Soil Sensors: Monitoring pH and moisture levels to optimize crop yields.

   • Drought-Resistant Seeds: Developed with local universities to withstand dry spells.

2. Direct-to-Market Access:

   • Mobile App “ZomaGrow”: Connects 5,000+ farmers to buyers, eliminating exploitative middlemen.

   • Cold Storage Units: Reducing post-harvest losses by 50% in remote regions.

3. Training Programs:

   • Women-Led Cooperatives: Training 300+ women in sustainable poultry farming.

   • Youth Agri-Entrepreneurship: Scholarships for agri-tech courses at Stella Maris Polytechnic.