Smallholder Farmers in Nigeria Benefitting From TracTrac Agricultural Mechanization Revolution

Bennett Oghifo

TracTrac, a Nigerian agricultural mechanisation service provider, is transforming farming for smallholder farmers in Nigeria, bridging the gap between farmers and modern mechanisation. 
At a virtual press briefing on March 25, 2025, the CEO of TracTrac Mechanization Services Limited, Godson Ohuruogu said, “Our mission at TracTrac is to provide smallholder farmers with the tools, knowledge, and financial solutions they need to succeed in a modern agricultural landscape. 

“By leveraging technology, strategic partnerships, and policy advocacy, we are not just delivering mechanization services but building a resilient ecosystem that empowers farmers for future generations.” 
He said, “Through technology-driven solutions, financial accessibility, and strategic partnerships, TracTrac enhances farm productivity, promotes economic growth, and drives sustainable agricultural development. 

“Despite agriculture being Nigeria’s economic backbone, 133 million people (63% of the population) live in multidimensional poverty, with most in rural areas relying on low-productivity, subsistence farming. Only 16% of smallholder farmers have access to mechanized equipment, hindered by high costs, limited financing, and weak supply chains.” 

TracTrac, a technology-driven company founded in 2019, is changing this by deploying tractors and mechanization services to over 135,000 farmers this year, increasing efficiency, productivity, and access to sustainable farming solutions while supporting over 3,900 young MSPs. 
Empowering Farmers with Digital Innovation 
TracTrac’s success is its TracTrac-Plus platform, a real-time digital booking system connecting farmers with Mechanization Service Providers (MSPs), enabling real-time asset tracking, farm mapping, payment, demand aggregation and order fulfilment. This technology optimizes service delivery by reducing delays, increasing mechanization access, and ensuring efficient use of resources. 

Promoting Gender & Youth Inclusion in Agriculture 
TracTrac also addresses gender and youth gaps in mechanization by ensuring that 50% of newly trained MSPs are women. Additionally, young entrepreneurs aged 18-35 have the resources to establish sustainable mechanization businesses, creating new employment opportunities and fostering inclusive growth in the sector. 
Driving Policy Advocacy & Private Sector Investment 
Beyond service delivery, TracTrac collaborates with key stakeholders, including the National Centre for Agricultural Mechanization (NCAM), Women in Mechanization Association (WIMA), Nigeria Economic Summit Group, and other private sector players, to advocate for mechanization policies. These efforts aim to create an enabling environment for investment, job creation, and long-term mechanization sustainability. 
With mechanization driving food security, rural employment, and agricultural TracTrac remains committed to scaling its impact across the country and beyond. 

Tractrac is a Nigerian agricultural mechanization service provider dedicated to transforming agriculture through innovative technology and inclusive solutions. The company uses its IoT-enabled TracTrac-Plus platform to empower smallholder farmers with seamless access to mechanization services, agronomic insights, and financial tools tailored to their needs. TracTrac enhances productivity, reduces labour intensity, and fosters sustainable agricultural practices by bridging the mechanization gap. With a strong commitment to gender equality and youth empowerment, Tractrac actively promotes the participation of women and young people in mechanized agriculture. Through strategic partnerships with organizations like the National Centre for Agricultural Mechanization (NCAM) and the Women in Mechanization Association (WIMA), Tractrac advocates for policy innovation,
capacity building, and financial inclusion to strengthen the agricultural ecosystem. 

Founded on a vision to advance food security and economic growth, TracTrac continues to drive impact by transforming smallholder farming communities and creating opportunities for inclusive development across Nigeria.