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AgTech industry players push for increased financing for women in agribusiness

Banana traders at Kamachge market in Imenti South, Meru County. [File, Standard]

Industry leaders in the Agricultural Technology (AgTech) sector now say there is an urgent need for increased investment, particularly to support women entrepreneurs, who are playing a pivotal role in revolutionizing farming practices across the world.

During the 8th Annual Learning Event hosted by Mercy Corps AgriFin, which focused on driving innovation and growth in digital agriculture hosted by Mercy Corps AgriFin, the stakeholders said many smallholder farmers, particularly women, continue to struggle with low productivity and lack the tools and support needed to scale their operations.

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