Bridgette Avokpa

A Nigerian agricultural innovator who revolutionized smallholder farming through technology

Bridgette Avokpa is a trailblazing Nigerian entrepreneur and founder of TechAgriculture, a social enterprise that empowers smallholder farmers in West Africa through technology. Born in Benin City, Nigeria, Avokpa witnessed firsthand the struggles of farmers facing climate change, market instability, and inefficient practices. In 2015, she launched TechAgriculture to bridge the gap between modern technology and traditional farming. The platform provides farmers with mobile apps for weather prediction, soil analysis, and crop pricing, enabling them to optimize yields and access fair markets.

Avokpa’s work has directly impacted over 50,000 farmers across Nigeria, Ghana, and Togo. Her flagship project, AgriTech Connect, uses satellite data and AI to predict crop diseases and pests, reducing losses by up to 40%. She has also trained thousands of women farmers in digital literacy, transforming them into community leaders. In 2018, TechAgriculture partnered with the African Union’s NEPAD Agency to scale its model continent-wide.

Avokpa’s vision extends beyond farming: she advocates for youth engagement in agriculture through hackathons and scholarships. Her TEDx talk "Reimagining Farming in Africa" has inspired global audiences. Despite challenges like funding gaps and infrastructure deficits, she remains committed to her mission. Bridgette Avokpa exemplifies how technology and grassroots activism can drive systemic change in agriculture.