FootMo Kit

FootMo Kit is a low-cost, hand-held diagnostic device designed to detect Foot and Mouth disease in livestock. It enables local farmers in remote and under-served areas to test for viral diseases independently, without needing to rely on veterinary doctors. The device provides easy-to-read parameters to help farmers understand results quickly.

The device is specifically designed for farmers in hard-to-reach and under-served areas who need early diagnosis of dangerous livestock diseases like Foot and Mouth disease and mastitis. It helps prevent the early spread of these viral diseases in low-resource communities.

The company offers telemedical services and advisory services on mechanized agriculture delivered in local languages. Farmers can access veterinary doctors by calling the system at their convenience, and the company also tracks livestock numbers in specific vicinities.

FootMo Kit was founded by a team from Makerere University, with team leads Mushusha Richard and Atuhaire Rabecca. The device was developed to help farmers like Mr. Karule in Omukagasha Village, Nkungu sub-county, Kazo district, South western Uganda.

The company won the Grand Prize in the Big Ideas Contest in 2020, marking the first time a Makerere University team received this honor. They were also selected as finalists for Ishow 2021 and received an award for impacting agriculture at the African Youths Conference 2018.

The device is equipped with features that allow farmers to easily understand its design and usage. It provides clear, easy-to-read parameters for detecting foot and mouth disease in livestock.

Some reviewers on Trustburn praise the kit for being effective, easy to use, and providing great relief from foot pain and discomfort. Many users note that the products are of excellent quality and have significantly improved their foot health and appearance.

The Trustburn rating is 4 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews. The rating split includes multiple 5-star ratings, several 4-star ratings, and a few 3-star ratings, with all reviews posted between January 2023 and November 2023.

The company highlights partnerships made post-COVID-19 and mentions attending workshops in Kenya. They also display the innovation at the UN Offices in Nairobi, Kenya, alongside UN Women and UNDP.

The website states that Africa is one of the fastest-growing continents at a rate of 2.6 percent per annum, and livestock production can support the growing population. The company aims to improve innovation and agricultural returns for farmers.

The device is intended to empower local farmers like Mr. Karule by providing smart agriculture technology that is convenient and easy to use. It targets those facing challenges from contagious disease outbreaks such as East Coast Fever.

The company provides training to farmers on using technology to control animal diseases, emphasizing that entrepreneurship is key. They strive to create a positive impact in livestock production and generally in agriculture.

The company states it locates and keeps track of the number of livestock animals in a certain vicinity. This tracking capability helps in managing livestock populations and disease prevention.

The official website of FootMo Kit is foottmo.blogspot.com.