Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC) has officially partnered with the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) Ghana to empower young entrepreneurs in the food innovation space. This partnership aims to bridge the gap between creative food products and regulatory requirements, ensuring that start-ups across the country meet the highest standards of safety and quality.
Under this collaboration, KIC and FDA Ghana will provide guidance, training, and mentorship to help start-ups navigate the FDA certification process more effectively. This support will enable young entrepreneurs to bring their innovative food products to market faster, enhancing their business growth and market competitiveness.
AiScarecrow’s journey has been significantly boosted by Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC). After emerging winners at the 2019 KIC AgriTech Challenge Classic, the team won funding support to scale up their operations. Through follow-on mentorship and access to critical networks, AiScarecrow has scaled its operations, refined its technology, and expanded its reach to impact more farmers.
KIC’s support has enabled the company to support farmers to navigate key challenges in the agricultural sector while unlocking growth opportunities.
“By providing data-driven, climate-smart solutions, AiScarecrow empowers farmers to make informed pest control decisions, improving productivity and resilience against climate-related agricultural threats.” Mary Aboagye – Co-founder, AiScarecrow.
The adoption of AI-driven pest management not only safeguards farms but also contributes to a more robust and food-secure Ghana.
Speaking on KIC’s impact in supporting agribusinesses, Mr. Benjamin Gyan-Kesse, Executive Director of KIC, emphasized: “At KIC, we are committed to fostering innovation in agriculture by supporting businesses like AiScarecrow that provide smart, scalable solutions to farmers”.
With the continued partnership of the Mastercard Foundation, KIC is empowering agripreneurs with the funding, technical support, and networks they need to transform Ghana’s agricultural sector. By investing in technology-driven businesses, we are paving the way for sustainable farming practices, increased productivity, and improved livelihoods for farmers across the country.