AgroBioShield

Submitter

Name: Kouadio Jean-Baptiste N’Guessan

Nationality: Cote d

Profile

Sector: Agriculture & Agribusiness

Field: Biotechnology, Bio-inputs

Loc: Bouake, Cote d

Website/Link Demo: N/A

Pitch:
AgroBioShield is a bio-fungicide derived from indigenous soil microorganisms to combat cocoa black pod disease. Emerging from laboratory and field research, it reduces chemical pesticide use while maintaining yield. The solution is adapted to smallholder conditions and designed for scalable local production within agro-industrial value chains.
Tech Readiness

TRL 8

Market Readiness

MRL 7

IP Score

68%

Venture Readiness (MTRL: 69%)
Emerging Industrialization
IP Status
FRAGILE / DEFENSIVE
Quick Assessment Overview
Technology
Q1: Project Maturity4/5
First trials of the integrated product have been carried out in a laboratory. Initial prototype.
Q2: Product Development4/5
Manufacturing issues have been resolved and you have a first commercial product/service.
Market
Q1: Product Design4/5
Comprehensive customer value proposition model developed.
Q2: Competitive Landscape4/5
Competitive analysis illustrating unique features completed.
Q3: Team4/5
Balanced team with technical and business experience.
Q4: Documentation4/5
Position papers, press releases, posters created.
Q5: IP Strategy (General)4/5
Assignation of exploitation rights developed.
Q6: Go-To-Market4/5
Partnerships formed with key stakeholders.
Q7: Supply Chain4/5
Products pilot manufactured and sold to initial customers.