Business Proposal: Empowering Ndiru Sisal Farmers in Homa Bay County, Kenya

Introduction:
We are reaching out on behalf of the Sisal farmers in Ndiru Village, located in Homa Bay County, Kenya. The farmers
are seeking an investor or a collaborative partner to join forces with them in financing the acquisition of sisal
processing machines. The farmers aim to establish a registered association, "Ndiru Sisal Association," to collectively
enhance their productivity and market access.

Challenges:
1. Extension Services:
- Challenge: Limited government priority for sisal, resulting in inadequate extension support.
- Potential Solution: Private sector investment in providing paid extension services to bridge the gap. Advocacy for
increased government investment, given sisal's strategic crop recognition.
2. Financing:
- Challenge: Difficulty in obtaining loans due to the 3-year maturation period of sisal, leading to high-interest rates.
- Potential Solution: Develop specialized credit products accommodating the maturation period. Provide support to
farmer groups navigating the complex loan application process.
3. Market Access:
- Challenge: Reliance on local tenders restricts access to global markets.
- Potential Solution: Identify and connect sisal cooperatives with global end-users. Emphasize product traceability
to meet the growing demand for conscious consumption.

Proposed Collaboration
We invite potential investors or partners to collaborate with Ndiru Sisal Association in addressing these challenges.
The collaboration aims to:
1. Invest in Extension Services:
- Facilitate technical know-how transfer to enhance yields and fiber quality.
- Establish a sustainable, paid extension service model for continuous support.
2. Facilitate Financing Solutions:
- Work towards creating credit products tailored to sisal farmers' unique needs.
- Assist farmer groups in navigating the loan application process.
3. Enhance Market Access:
- Develop global connections for sisal cooperatives to access diverse markets.
- Implement traceability measures to meet the demands of conscious consumers.

Conclusion:
By investing in the Ndiru Sisal Association, we not only contribute to the economic development of the community
but also play a pivotal role in the growth of the sisal industry. This collaboration is an opportunity to make a positive
impact on the lives of farmers while building a sustainable and socially responsible business model.
We look forward to the prospect of working together to empower Ndiru Sisal farmers and contribute to the broader
agricultural landscape in Homa Bay County.

For further inquiries or to discuss potential collaboration, please contact:

Mr. Vincent Oluoch Odhiambo
Country Manager Kenya & East Africa,
DT Consult
Email: vincent@dtconsult.eu
Phone: +254728268568
Website: www.dtconsult.eu