Safi Sarvi

Safi Organics

Safi Sarvi is a fertilizer product that is developed from rice husks that would otherwise go waste.

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Product description Brand name and product description

Safi Sarvi is an organic fertilizer product that is made from rice husk waste which normal end up in landfills. The rice husk waste is carbonized and provided the necessary conditions for the growth of beneficial microorganisms. The fertilizer product reduces soil acidity and helps farmers to achieve up to 30% increase in crop yield.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Kenya

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

Safi Organics

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

15 USD^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Safi Sana, Cycle Fertilizer

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 2: Zero hunger

Goal 8: Decent work and economic

Goal 13: Climate action

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Local farmers in Kenya in need of fertilizer.

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

The fertilizer is manufactured in Nyandarua County, Kenya using rice husk waste. The area produces a lot of rice husk waste which many times end up in landfills. Safi Organics seeks to reduce this loss by converting the rice husk waste into fertilizer for use on the farms.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Trademarked

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

Users can obtain the product directly from Safi Organics

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

As of July 2020, the company has distributed about 20,000 bags.^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Targeted crop

List crops that this fertilizer is applied on

Maize, rice, wheat, beans, peas, vegetables, fruits, flowers, and grasses

Fertilizer type

Is the fertilizer available as a solid or liquid?

Granular

Dose (kg/ha)

Quantity of fertilizer per hectare

300 - 600 kg/ha

Application cycle (kg/ha)

Duration of time before next application

Unknown

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Safi Sarvi is a carbon-negative organic fertilizer locally produced in Kenya by Safi Organics. The fertilizer is made using rice husk waste. The rice husk waste is carbonized and heaped for a period of time to allow for the growth of beneficial microorganisms. It is then mixed with a special formula, blended and packaged ready to be used on farms. Safi Organics set out to use rice husks to help reduce the environmental imprint it leaves as Kenya produces a lot of rice husks, which go waste.

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by the manufacturer.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

None

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

3-5 years

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

The product is designed to improve crop yield by up to 30%, reduce water usage and reduce rice husk waste.

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

The efficacy of the fertilizer has been evaluated by the Kenya Agricultural & Livestock Research Organization (KALRO)^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

The Kenyan Bureau of Standards has tested the fertilizer for its nutrient content and the efficacy has also been tested by KALRO^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

No known safety hazards are related to this product

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

None

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

Ahmed, R. R., and Abdulla, A. I., 2018, Recycling of Food Waste to Produce the Plant Fertilizer. International Journal of Engineering & Technology, 7(4.37), pp. 173-178.

Idowu, I., Li, L., Flora, J. R., Pellechia, P. J., Darko, S. A., Ro, K. S., and Berge, N. D., 2017, Hydrothermal carbonization of food waste for nutrient recovery and reuse. Waste Management, 69, pp. 480-491.

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

The product complies with the regulations of the Kenyan Bureau of Standards^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

The nutrient content of the fertilizer has been evaluated and certified by the Kenyan Bureau of Standards and the efficacy has also been tested by KALRO^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Other information

Safi Organics aims to expand its operations beyond Kenya to other countries

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Snapshot

Product description Brand name and product description

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Kenya

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

Safi Organics

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

15 USD^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Safi Sana, Cycle Fertilizer

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 2: Zero hunger

Goal 8: Decent work and economic

Goal 13: Climate action

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Local farmers in Kenya in need of fertilizer.

Manufacturing & delivery

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Trademarked

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

Users can obtain the product directly from Safi Organics

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

As of July 2020, the company has distributed about 20,000 bags.^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Performance & use

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Targeted crop

List crops that this fertilizer is applied on

Maize, rice, wheat, beans, peas, vegetables, fruits, flowers, and grasses

Fertilizer type

Is the fertilizer available as a solid or liquid?

Granular

Dose (kg/ha)

Quantity of fertilizer per hectare

300 - 600 kg/ha

Application cycle (kg/ha)

Duration of time before next application

Unknown

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by the manufacturer.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

None

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

3-5 years

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

The product is designed to improve crop yield by up to 30%, reduce water usage and reduce rice husk waste.

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

The efficacy of the fertilizer has been evaluated by the Kenya Agricultural & Livestock Research Organization (KALRO)^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

The Kenyan Bureau of Standards has tested the fertilizer for its nutrient content and the efficacy has also been tested by KALRO^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

No known safety hazards are related to this product

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

None

Research & standards

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

Ahmed, R. R., and Abdulla, A. I., 2018, Recycling of Food Waste to Produce the Plant Fertilizer. International Journal of Engineering & Technology, 7(4.37), pp. 173-178.

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

The product complies with the regulations of the Kenyan Bureau of Standards^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

The nutrient content of the fertilizer has been evaluated and certified by the Kenyan Bureau of Standards and the efficacy has also been tested by KALRO^{Interview with Manufacturer in 2020}

Other information

Safi Organics aims to expand its operations beyond Kenya to other countries

Feedback

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