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Agriscience & Farm Management Limited
1. John Okach - Managing Director and Lead Agronomist
Academic Qualifications
BSc Agriculture(Agric Economics Major)
Experience
Over 12 years experience in agriculture insurance with expertise in area yield index insurance(AYII), index-based livestock insurance(IBLI), crop cut methodologies, crop loss assessment and risk surveys, trainings and capacity building.
Have worked with leading insurance and donor agencies in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Ethiopia.
2. Meshack Michael Mahenge -
Technical Director and country Director Agriscience Tanzania
Meshack Michael Mahenge is a distinguished Agronomist, Agribusiness Strategist, and Agricultural Finance Specialist dedicated to transforming African agriculture through the integration of science, finance, and climate resilience. Currently serving as the Country & Technical Director at AgriScience Ltd Tanzania, Meshack leads strategic initiatives that bridge the gap between technical agricultural production and sustainable financial services.
With deep expertise in agricultural risk management, Meshack plays a pivotal role in designing and implementing innovative crop insurance solutions. His work at AgriScience Ltd focuses on strengthening agricultural value chains and expanding financial inclusion for smallholder farmers, ensuring they are equipped to withstand climate and production risks while improving market access.
Core Expertise
Strategic Leadership: Overseeing technical agricultural programs and agribusiness advisory services at AgriScience Ltd.
Risk & Insurance: Designing crop insurance products and integrating agronomic data into financial risk models.
Sustainable Productivity: Promoting climate-smart agriculture, farm investment, and resilient production systems.
Market Development: Advancing agribusiness strategy and fostering strategic partnerships across the continent.
Academic Foundation
Meshack is currently pursuing a PhD in Agribusiness at the Open University of Tanzania. He holds a Master’s degree in Project Management from the Tanzania Institute of Project Management and a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy from Sokoine University of Agriculture.
Meshack is passionate about leveraging innovation and financial inclusion to build a more resilient and food-secure future for Africa.
3. CPA James Mwangi-Finance Manager
Academic Qualification
Bcom(UoN),CPA(k)
