Key Takeaways
- AgBoost partners with Kraal-Gen Analytics to enter the Zimbabwean market.
- Collaboration introduces AI-powered livestock genetics and herd analytics tools.
- Platform supports breeding optimization, herd performance, and profitability.
- Rollout will include pilot programs and breeder engagement initiatives.
- Partnership combines global technology with local advisory expertise.
AgBoost Introduces Livestock Genetics Platform to Zimbabwe
AgBoost has announced a strategic partnership with Kraal-Gen Analytics to introduce its AI-powered livestock genetics and herd analytics platform to Zimbabwe. Through the collaboration, Kraal-Gen Analytics will integrate AgBoost’s technology into its advisory services, providing livestock producers and breeders with data-driven tools aimed at improving herd performance and breeding outcomes.
Kraal-Gen Analytics works directly with livestock producers across Zimbabwe, offering performance analysis and advisory support aligned with local production systems. The partnership seeks to combine this local expertise with AgBoost’s analytics capabilities.
Sean Akadiri, Founder of AgBoost, said: “Working with Kraal-Gen Analytics allows us to bring AgBoost’s technology directly to the breeders who can benefit from it most. Their local expertise and trusted relationships ensure that our platform is implemented in a way that aligns with Zimbabwe’s production systems and long-term agricultural goals.”
Data-Driven Breeding and Herd Optimization Offered By AgBoost
AgBoost’s platform enables breeders to collect and analyze genetic and performance data related to traits such as growth efficiency, fertility, carcass quality, and maternal performance. The system includes dashboards and benchmarking tools designed to support decisions on sire and dam selection, herd management, and long-term breeding strategy.
The technology is intended to serve both commercial cattle operations and seedstock producers.
Shamiso Masuka, Managing Director of Kraal-Gen Analytics, stated: “AgBoost positions our livestock industry to compete on a global stage while strengthening the local industry. My visit to the United States through the Mandela Washington Fellowship underscored the commercial power of data-driven agriculture and strategic partnerships.”
Phased Rollout and Local Engagement
The partnership will be implemented through breeder engagement programs, pilot initiatives, and ongoing advisory support. The companies indicated that the phased rollout is designed to facilitate effective adoption of the platform within Zimbabwe’s livestock sector.
