In a bold stride towards revolutionising large-scale agriculture in Nigeria, Tractor on The Go (TOG), a subsidiary of Origin Tech Group, launched a pioneering tractor-hailing app service in 2019. This innovative platform was initially conceived to address the pressing challenges of low tractor density and limited access to mechanisation services among small holder farmers.
Today, TOG has further enhanced its offering, retaining its core purpose while also integrating cutting-edge equipment tracking and monitoring services. The mission of TOG remains steadfast: to empower farming communities by providing affordable and accessible mechanisation support, thereby boosting farm productivity and contributing to food security across the nation.
Tractor on The Go was established to unite key stakeholders within the agricultural value chain, fostering seamless collaboration to deliver vital mechanisation services to small holder farmers within their communities, associations, and clusters. This initiative is strategically designed to tackle the chronic shortage of mechanisation support that has historically hindered the growth of small-scale farming in Nigeria.
Anthony Agbolohan, Head of Tractor on The Go, emphasises, “We recognise how critical mechanisation is for improving farm productivity and securing the livelihoods of small holder farmers. Our objective is to dismantle the barriers that have traditionally restricted farmers’ access to tractors and other essential equipment.
Tractor on The Go is not just a service; it is a movement dedicated to transforming agriculture in Nigeria and beyond.”
The primary goal of Tractor on The Go is to ensure that every farmer can promptly access mechanisation services, thereby enhancing productivity and maximising returns on existing land holdings. By strategically increasing tractor density across Nigeria, TOG is paving the way for a sustainable and profitable agribusiness environment, contributing significantly to the nation’s agricultural development.
TOG offers cost-effective tractor services tailored to the specific needs of smallholder farmers, enabling them to scale their operations efficiently.
Additionally, the project is committed to training and mentoring young people, equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary to access and manage tractors when needed—without the financial burden of ownership—thereby fostering entrepreneurship within the agricultural sector.
The app’s ambitious vision includes establishing a Mobile Tractor Centre in every state across Nigeria, ensuring that farmers have reliable and continuous access to essential mechanisation services.
Agbolohan further stated, “We urge all interested farmers to join this transformative initiative. By harnessing the power of technology and collaboration, Tractor on The Go is set to eliminate the challenges faced by small holder farmers, making agriculture more productive and profitable for everyone involved.”
Tractor on The Go is a leading farm mechanisation service provider committed to revolutionising agriculture across Africa, one hectare at a time. By addressing the issues of low tractor density and limited access to mechanisation, TOG empowers small holder farmers to increase their productivity, secure their livelihoods, and contribute to national food security.