Our Innovative Products

At GAS, we empower smallholder farmers with innovative digital platforms designed to revolutionize the agriculture landscape. Our solutions include:

Access To Finance Digital Tools

The Access to Finance platform transforms how smallholder farmers in Ethiopia access loans. By collecting, analyzing, and scoring farmers' data, the platform simplifies the management and distribution of in-kind loans. This ensures financial institutions can confidently provide microloans to farmers, driving sustainable agricultural growth.

  1. Farmers’ information is gathered using the Lersha Offline Data Collection App which includes Demography Data, Income-related data, Agronomy data
  2. Farmers’ creditworthiness is evaluated using Digital Credit Scoring Tools.
  3. Generate credit score and percentile for each farmer
  4. Farmers are matched with financial institutions for lending opportunities
  5. In-kind loans are distributed, and the entire digital lending process is monitored through our system

Why Choose Our Platform?

  • Securely stores and manages farmers’ data.
  • Accurately assesses creditworthiness with advanced scoring tools.
  • Simplifies the process for banks to provide loans.
  1. Farmers Data Management Tool
    • Collect and store farmers’ data through an offline mobile app and centralized dashboard.
  2. Credit Score Tool
    • Evaluate creditworthiness with assessment methods.
  3. Dashboard for Banks
    • Enable banks to:
      • View farmer profiles
      • Analyze credit scores and supporting documents
      • Approve loans with ease
  1. Access to Farm Inputs
    Farmers can access essential agricultural inputs through Lersha’s agent network.
  2. Dynamic Agroclimatic Advisory
    Personalized advisory services and fertilizer recommendations powered by research institutes like CIAT and CIMMITY.
  3. Mechanization Services

Simplified access to modern farm equipment through Lersha agents.

  1. Agent Onboarding: Users register as Lersha agents and receive credentials from the Lersha admin team.
  2. Mobile Applications: Agents access the Lersha mobile app to:
    • Order farm inputs.
    • Hire mechanization services for farmers.
    • Provide dynamic advisory and fertilizer recommendations.

Why Choose Our Platform?

  • One-Stop Shop for Farm Inputs: Farmers gain easy access to essential agriculture resources.
  • Dynamic Advisory Services: Tailored advice and recommendations for improved crop yields.
  • Mechanization Services: Access to mechanization service from trusted service providers.

Agri-Service Provision Digital Tools

The Agri-Service platform, powered by Lersha, connects smallholder farmers with essential agricultural services. From access to farm inputs and dynamic agroclimatic advisory to mechanization services, Lersha bridges the gap between farmers and the tools they need to thrive.

Market Linkage Digital Tools

Lersha facilitates market linkage for livestock and other value chains by seamlessly connecting livestock producers with large-scale off-takers. Our platform bridges the gap between producers and buyers, ensuring efficiency and quality in every transaction.

  1. Offtaker Registration: Offtakers sign up on our platform to access available value chain products.
  2. Order Placement: Offtakers place their demand directly through the platform.
  3. Aggregation: Lersha agents handle the aggregation of livestock and other products.
  4. Delivery: The final output is delivered to the off-takers, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.

Why Choose Our Platform?

  • One-Click Ordering: Offtakers can easily place their orders with minimal effort.
  • Delivery Tracking: Monitor the progress of your order from placement to delivery.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure high-quality deliverables with every order.