Empowering Farmers Through Expert Agricultural Advice
To democratize access to expert agricultural knowledge by connecting farmers and extension officers with certified agricultural experts through innovative technology. We believe every farmer deserves access to professional advice, regardless of location, language, or connectivity.
Bridge the gap between farmers and agricultural experts, making professional advice accessible to everyone.
Empower farmers with knowledge and tools to increase crop yields, prevent losses, and improve livelihoods.
Transform agriculture in Africa and beyond through accessible technology and expert knowledge sharing.
Maathai was born from a simple observation: farmers across Africa face significant challenges accessing expert agricultural advice when they need it most. Whether dealing with crop diseases, pest infestations, or seeking guidance on best practices, many farmers lack immediate access to qualified experts.
We recognized that technology could bridge this gap. By creating a platform that connects farmers with certified agricultural experts, extension officers, and agrovet attendants, we're making professional agricultural advice accessible to everyone - regardless of location, language, or internet connectivity.
Today, Maathai serves thousands of farmers and hundreds of agricultural experts, facilitating thousands of consultations that help farmers make better decisions, increase yields, and improve their livelihoods.
Our platform is named in honor of Professor Wangari Maathai (1940-2011), the Kenyan environmentalist, political activist, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
Professor Maathai founded the Green Belt Movement, which has planted over 51 million trees across Kenya and inspired similar initiatives worldwide. She demonstrated how ordinary citizens, especially women, could drive positive change through community-based action and local empowerment.
Just as Maathai brought environmental solutions directly to communities, we bring expert agricultural knowledge directly to farmers. Our platform embodies her values of empowerment, community action, and making a positive impact at the grassroots level.
The principles that guide everything we do
We believe expert agricultural advice should be accessible to all farmers, regardless of location, language, or connectivity. Our platform works offline and supports multiple languages.
We maintain high standards by verifying all experts and ensuring farmers receive accurate, reliable advice from certified professionals.
We prioritize the needs of farming communities and extension officers, building solutions that truly serve their interests and improve livelihoods.
We leverage cutting-edge technology, including AI-powered plant disease detection, to provide farmers with the best tools and solutions.
We focus on creating real, measurable impact in farming communities, helping farmers increase yields, prevent losses, and improve their quality of life.
We operate with transparency in our processes, pricing, and expert verification, building trust with both farmers and experts.
Built for farmers, designed for accessibility
Our app is built with Flutter, ensuring a smooth experience on both Android and iOS devices. We optimize for low-end smartphones to reach farmers everywhere.
Core features work without internet connectivity, making Maathai perfect for remote farming areas with limited or no internet access.
Our AI-powered plant disease scanner helps farmers identify issues instantly by simply taking a photo, providing immediate diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
We support 8+ languages including English, Swahili, Zulu, Hausa, Amharic, Arabic, French, and Spanish, ensuring farmers can communicate in their preferred language.
Making a difference in farming communities
Farmers using Maathai to improve their agricultural practices
Agricultural professionals providing expert advice
Expert consultations completed, helping farmers succeed
Whether you're a farmer seeking expert advice or an extension officer looking to help more farmers, Maathai is here for you.