A new digital marketplace for livestock is connecting farmers directly with buyers and processors. The platform has reduced transaction costs by 35% and improved price transparency. Over 10,000 farmers are now using the platform across multiple African countries.
livestock_farmingMay 26, 2026
Livestock Marketing Platform Connects Farmers Directly
Dr. Joseph Kipchoge
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New digital platform eliminates middlemen and improves farmer returns.
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Dr. Joseph Kipchoge
Agricultural journalist and expert covering farming practices and agribusiness across Africa.
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