SunCulture Drip Irrigation Kit

SunCulture

The SunCulture AgroSolar Irrigation Kit is a combination of solar pumping technology and a drip irrigation system.

Product description Brand name and product description

The SunCulture Drip Irrigation Kit is a low pressure, gravity fed, drip-irrigation system suitable for plots ranging from 1/8 acre to 1 acre in size. Drip irrigation has been proven to help save water, increase crop yields, and decrease weed growth. SunCulture makes fertigation possible by including a fertilizer injection system with each kit. This allows farmers to reduce fertilizer and nutrient losses due to localized application and minimized leaching.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

This product is currently distributed in East Africa but the manufacturer intends to get to Tanzanian and Zambian market.

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

SunCulture

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Price for kits differ depending on size of farm. It ranges from 249 USD (KES 24, 900) to 890 USD (KES 89,000) for 1/8 to 1 full acre. Prices converted to USD 06/03/2019

 

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Netafim, SunCulture, Proximity Designs.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 1: No poverty

Goal 2: Zero hunger

Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

Goal 8: Decent work and Economic Growth

Goal 15: Life on Land

 

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Smallholder farmers in East Africa.

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