A citizen-owned
agribusiness rooted in Botswana.
— About us
Company Overview
From pilot phase to national scale.
Smart Vegtech Farming is a 100% citizen-owned agribusiness based in Botswana, dedicated to transforming the nation's horticultural landscape through high-tech, sustainable, and climate-resilient farming.
Established in 2017 (trading as Dilution Enterprises), the company is transitioning from a successful pilot phase to a large-scale, 10-hectare automated greenhouse project. Supported by the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme (BETP), this expansion is strategically designed to drastically reduce the nation's reliance on vegetable imports and booster local food security.
Purpose & Values
Why we grow.
Our Vision
To lead in high-quality, sustainable organic produce, contributing to Botswana's food self-reliance.
Our Mission
To contribute to Botswana's food self-reliance through the production of high-quality, sustainable organic produce.
Core Values
Honesty, customer focus, and continuous improvement.
Core Overview
The essentials at a glance.
SmartSubstrate™
SmartSubstrate™ essentially upgrades traditional soil from a passive growing medium into an active, digitally calibrated system, combining the structural and biological benefits of organic farming with the predictability and precision of high-tech hydroponics.
Existing Infrastructure
A working foundation, ready to scale.
Land & Security
21-hectare plot.
Water & Power
Existing borehole yielding 16 m³/h and a 3-phase electricity connection.
Current Operations
5 hectares in production using tunnels, net shades, and open-field cultivation.
Staff Facilities
On-site accommodation and ablution block with septic waste management.