Real results for farmers
See how reliable irrigation is helping farmers grow stronger harvests, earn steady incomes, and adapt to changing climates.
Measured impact from years of working directly with farmers.
These figures come from years of hands-on work with farmers across East and Southern Africa. With reliable irrigation and practical support, farmers using Irri-hub systems grow more consistently, earn more in their first year, and save billions of litres of water every season.
Farmers reached
Across East Africa, growing every season
Average income lift
In the first year of using Irri-hub systems
Water saved annually
Litres conserved through efficient irrigation
Regions served
Served farmers across Nairobi, Kiambu, Machakos, Makueni, Uasin Gishu, Migori, Homa Bay, Kisumu, Siaya, Busia, and many more regions.
Dry seasons no longer mean lost harvests
Farmers using Irri-hub systems report up to 33% higher income by reducing crop losses during dry seasons and improving consistency across harvests. Reliable access to water means crops continue growing even when rainfall is unpredictable.
By irrigating at the right time and in the right amounts, farmers get healthier crops, better yields, and more predictable harvests. Fewer failed seasons lead to steadier income and more confidence to invest back into the farm.
Growing more with less water
Our solutions help farms save an average of 45 million litres of water per year — water that stays in the ground, in the aquifer, and available for future seasons.By delivering water only where crops need it, farmers reduce waste, protect soil health, and keep yields strong even in dry conditions.
Drip irrigation cuts waste by half
Soil moisture sensors prevent overwatering
Rainwater harvesting extends dry season reserves
How we got here
From a single region to a network serving thousands of farmers. Each year brought new challenges and new farmers who needed what we build.
2016
Ideation
Irri-hub began as an idea: making modern irrigation accessible to smallholder farmers across East Africa.
2017
Company incorporated
Irri-hub was formally incorporated as a limited company, laying the foundation for building scalable irrigation solutions.
2018
First 100 systems installed
Our first 100 irrigation systems were deployed with farmers, proving the model and generating early demand.
2021
Youth Adapt Challenge winners
Irri-hub won the Youth Adapt Challenge and launched its new strategic Three-Phase approach to scale irrigation access.
2022
World Economic Forum recognition
Irri-hub was recognized as a Top Innovator by the World Economic Forum’s UpLink platform.
2023
Partnered with MEDA on the LEGEND Project
Launched the LEGEND Project, a MEDA initiative, offering a 50% subsidy to farmers in the lake region and increasing access to farming for women and youth.
2024
Partnered with Impacc
Irri-Hub partnered with Impacc to scale its operations and impact more farmers.
2025
Piloting Irrigation-as-a-Service
With support from the Carbon Trust and DEG Impulse, Irri-hub began piloting Irrigation-as-a-Service and expanding partnerships with off-takers.
2026
Expansion and financial partnerships
Irri-hub launched a Ghana expansion pilot with the Shell Foundation and partnered with microfinance institutions Fortune Credit and Apollo to scale farmer access.
Ready to grow more
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