Our Impact
Measurable results from our field research and community engagement
Farmers
Directly engaged in field research
Extension Workers
Reached through training programs
Districts
Covered in Uganda food security map
Publications
Research papers and posters
About Farm Zenith
A research-based AgriTech startup focused on climate resilience and productivity for smallholder farmers
Applying data, AI, and climate-smart insights to build resilience against climate change impacts on agriculture
Leveraging geospatial data and machine learning to predict and improve food security outcomes for smallholder farmers
Developing accessible technology solutions including USSD and feature phone interfaces to reach farmers in every capacity
Our Mission
Farm Zenith is a research-based startup focused on leveraging geospatial data, climate and environmental data, and machine learning to create better farms and improve food security. We center our work on applying data science, artificial intelligence, and climate-smart insights to empower farmers, improve agricultural yields, and enhance food security in a changing climate.
Our ongoing research explores innovative ways to reach farmers through USSD and feature phone technology, ensuring that even those without smartphones can access critical agricultural insights and climate information.
Research & Recognition
Advancing the science of climate-resilient agriculture through rigorous research
Publications
ACM Digital Library, 2024
Published research on leveraging multi-modal machine learning approaches for food security prediction using climate and geospatial data.
Awards & Recognition
Recognized for research on "Explainable Spatial-Temporal Modeling and Ensemble Modeling for Predicting Food Security"
Finalist for research titled "Urban-Rural Energy Disparities in Focus - An XAI Approach to Biomass Allocation Strategies"
Sustainable Development Goals
Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Empowering farmers to improve livelihoods
Improving food security through data-driven insights
Supporting sustainable agricultural livelihoods
Leveraging technology for agricultural advancement
Building climate resilience for farmers
Promoting sustainable land use practices
Our Partners
Collaborating with leading institutions to drive agricultural innovation
Supporting social innovation and entrepreneurship in agriculture and sustainable development
Uganda's premier institution for research and academic excellence in agricultural sciences
Makerere University Innovation and Incubation Centre fostering entrepreneurship and innovation
Gallery
Capturing our work in the field and research activities
Field Research Team
Community Engagement
Farmer Interviews
Data Collection
Research Activities
Field Work
Climate Technology
Farmer Training