Digital Agriculture Platform
Creating a blockchain-based digital system for farmers that improved supply chain transparency and increased farmer income by 40%.
DV Excellus wanted to help farmers in emerging markets get fair prices for their produce by creating transparency in the agricultural supply chain using blockchain technology.
We developed a mobile-first platform that tracks produce from farm to market, with smart contracts ensuring fair payments and blockchain providing immutable records of transactions.
- 40% increase in farmer income through direct market access
- 100% traceability from farm to consumer
- 10,000+ farmers onboarded in first year
- Reduced middleman costs by 60%
Project Overview
DV Excellus had a mission to improve the lives of farmers in emerging markets by using technology to create transparency and fairness in agricultural supply chains.
The Challenge
Farmers faced multiple obstacles:
- Price opacity - No visibility into market prices, dependent on middlemen
- Payment delays - Weeks or months waiting for payment after harvest
- No credit history - Unable to access financing without transaction records
- Quality disputes - No way to prove produce quality at origin
Our Solution
Mobile-First Design
We built for the constraints of rural markets:
- Works on basic smartphones with limited connectivity
- Offline-capable with sync when connected
- Simple interface requiring minimal training
- Multi-language support for local dialects
Blockchain Integration
The platform uses blockchain for:
- Immutable record of all transactions
- Smart contracts for automatic payments on delivery
- Digital identity and credit history for farmers
- Proof of origin and quality certifications
Supply Chain Tools
For buyers and processors:
- Real-time inventory and availability
- Direct farmer relationships
- Quality verification at each step
- Sustainability and compliance reporting
Results
The platform transformed the agricultural value chain:
- 40% increase in farmer income through direct market access
- 100% traceability from farm to consumer
- 10,000+ farmers onboarded in the first year
- 60% reduction in middleman costs
Impact Story
"We worked with Crumet to establish a digital system for farmers. Crumet is a team of smart people who understand the emerging market and excel in blockchain in-depth." — Subash Bhattarai, CTO at DV Excellus
The platform has since expanded to three countries and continues to onboard thousands of farmers monthly.