DOB Equity invests in Kenya-based agribusiness FarmWorks to enhance market access for smallholder farmers and drive sustainable growth.

Information on the Target

FarmWorks is a Kenya-based agribusiness founded in 2020, dedicated to creating reliable markets for smallholder farmers by aggregating and distributing fresh produce such as tomatoes, onions, and potatoes. With a growing network of 23 branches throughout Nairobi and its surroundings, FarmWorks serves over 12,000 customers monthly, including informal market vendors, retail outlets, and HORECA clients. The company's mission is to improve market access for farmers, thus enhancing their livelihoods and driving profitability.

By empowering farmers with direct access to market channels, FarmWorks addresses a critical challenge in the agricultural sector: the difficulty smallholder farmers face in securing stable markets for their harvests. This approach not only increases the income of smallholder farmers but also contributes to the overall efficiency and sustainability of the agricultural value chain.

Industry Overview in Kenya

The Kenyan agribusiness sector is a vital component of the nation's economy, employing over 40% of the population and contributing approximately one-quarter of the country’s GD