The AFI Model

The AFI Model

AFI doesn’t just plant seeds — we build systems. Our 5-step deployment model takes a community from interest to operational food system in 90–180 days.

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Step 1: Community Readiness Assessment

Every deployment starts with a deep community assessment. We evaluate land availability, water access, community leadership, market demand, and economic conditions. Our Community Readiness Tool scores your location across 12 dimensions to determine fit and opportunity size.

  • Site visits and soil testing
  • Community stakeholder interviews
  • Market and buyer identification
  • Economic feasibility modeling

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Step 2: Build & Infrastructure

AFI designs and installs the physical microfarm infrastructure. This includes raised bed systems, irrigation, soil preparation, covered growing structures, and equipment. We train the initial operator team on AFI protocols and MIDAS system use.

  • Custom farm design and layout
  • Infrastructure installation (14–21 days)
  • Operator training program
  • MIDAS platform setup

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Step 3: Production & Aggregation

Once the farm is producing, MIDAS aggregates data across all microfarms in the network. This enables coordinated planting schedules, harvest forecasting, and quality control — ensuring consistent supply to buyers.

  • MIDAS-coordinated planting cycles
  • Harvest tracking and quality grading
  • Network aggregation hub
  • Food safety compliance support

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Step 4: Distribution & Sales

AFI connects your microfarm network to vetted local buyers: K-12 schools, hospitals, grocery co-ops, food banks, restaurants, and farmers markets. MIDAS manages order routing, delivery scheduling, and invoicing.

  • Pre-established buyer relationships
  • MIDAS-managed order fulfillment
  • Direct-to-consumer channels
  • Institutional contract support

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Step 5: ROI & Impact Reporting

MIDAS generates monthly ROI reports, tracking revenue, yield performance, buyer satisfaction, and community impact metrics. This data is used to optimize operations, attract funding, and expand the network.

  • Monthly financial performance reports
  • Community impact dashboards
  • Grant and investor reporting
  • Network expansion planning

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