Releaf
Releaf is a B2B company based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializing in industrial processing technologies for African crops, aiming to boost agro-based industrialization across the continent.
Company History
Releaf was launched in April 2017 and participated in Y Combinator's Summer 2017 batch. It is positioned in the B2B industry, specifically focusing on sales. The company aims to catalyze agro-based industrialization across Africa by developing novel industrial processing technology for African crops.
Services
Releaf offers a range of services designed to improve the scale and quality of raw materials for African food factories. They provide a geospatial mapping platform called SITE, which helps identify profitable locations for building smart factories. Their proprietary hardware, Kraken, improves deshelling efficiency. They also offer a Sourcing and Logistics Tool to digitize supply chain processes and provide capital services to give farmers access to credit. Additionally, Releaf offers training on sustainable land management.
Products
Releaf has developed several proprietary products to enhance agricultural processing in Africa. These include SITE, a geospatial mapping platform for identifying profitable factory locations, and Kraken, hardware that improves deshelling efficiency. Their solutions aim to optimize factory operations, reduce wastage, and support business growth in the oil palm and cassava value chains, with plans to expand to other crops.
Industry and Sector
Releaf operates within the B2B industry, with a niche focus on B2B sales. The company's primary sub-industry is agricultural technology, specifically pre-processing technology for African crops. They target domestic demand in industries where such technology can improve both the quality and quantity of raw materials sourced directly from local farmers.
Regional Operations
Releaf operates predominantly in Nigeria but has a broader reach across various parts of Africa. They offer both remote and partly remote services, allowing them to cater to a wide range of clients. The company's technologies and services aim to enhance the agricultural sector across the continent, supporting industries that rely on raw materials sourced from local farmers.