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Fragmented information on blockchain in agribusiness prevents Cardano from scaling adoption, creating overlaps, gaps, and missed real-world opportunities.
We will build the first Blockchain Adoption Map for Brazilian Agribusiness, launch a Hub website, and secure partnerships to guide Cardano’s growth in the sector.
This is the total amount allocated to CardanoAgro LATAM Hub: Pilot Phase Brazil.
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CardanoAgro LATAM Hub: Pilot Phase Brazil
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60000
Please specify how many months you expect your project to last
6
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What is the problem you want to solve?
Fragmented information on blockchain in agribusiness prevents Cardano from scaling adoption, creating overlaps, gaps, and missed real-world opportunities.
Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?
No
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No dependencies
Will your project's outputs be fully open source?
No
License and Additional Information
Open
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Supply Chain
Who you’re targeting, how you’ll reach them, and why this matters for Cardano.
Target Audience
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Why this matters
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Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem
Brazilian agribusiness represents nearly 24% of national GDP and more than USD 160 billion in annual exports. Despite its scale and complexity, blockchain adoption in the sector remains fragmented, poorly documented, and often disconnected from real-world needs. Cooperatives, exporters, start-ups, and public agencies experiment with proofs of concept, but there is no unified diagnosis that shows where adoption is happening, what the maturity levels are, or which value chains hold the highest potential for Cardano. This lack of clarity creates three bottlenecks: fragmented information, decisions made without evidence, and risk of duplication or critical gaps.
Proposed Solution
Our project proposes the creation of the Blockchain Adoption Map for Brazilian Agribusiness, as the first phase of the broader CardanoAgro LATAM Hub. This initial phase will run for 6 months and focus on delivering a concrete knowledge asset that will serve as a foundation for the Hub’s regional expansion. The key components are:
Why this Approach
We believe this approach is the most effective because it addresses the problem at its root: the absence of reliable, systematized data. Instead of proposing isolated pilots or marketing campaigns, we will first create a strategic diagnosis that helps the entire ecosystem avoid waste, prioritize high-impact opportunities, and build partnerships with credibility. By starting in Brazil—Latin America’s largest agricultural market—we maximize the relevance and scalability of the findings.
Who We Engage
The project will engage:
Demonstrating Impact
Impact will be demonstrated through tangible, verifiable outputs:
Metrics will include:
Uniqueness of the Solution
This proposal is unique because it does not seek to replicate what others are doing in isolation. Instead, it builds a public good: a shared repository of market intelligence that reduces costs, prevents duplication, and accelerates adoption for everyone in the Cardano ecosystem. The combination of structured research, institutional partnerships, and open dissemination ensures that results are both credible and widely reusable.
Who Benefits
Importance for Cardano
Agribusiness is a high-volume, high-value industry with growing global demand for transparency, traceability, and sustainability. By positioning Cardano as the blockchain of reference in this sector, the ecosystem gains both economic traction and reputational strength. Even modest adoption of Cardano in Brazilian agribusiness could represent millions in transaction value, new wallets, and increased staking power, directly reinforcing the Treasury that sustains Cardano’s innovation cycles.
This proposal lays the foundation for the CardanoAgro LATAM Hub, starting with Brazil. By creating the first Blockchain Adoption Map for Agribusiness, we provide Cardano with a strategic compass to allocate resources effectively, secure partnerships, and demonstrate real-world impact in one of Latin America’s most influential sectors. The outcome is a lasting public good that positions Cardano as the blockchain of choice for agribusiness in Brazil and, in the future, across the entire LATAM region.
Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community
This project directly addresses one of the greatest challenges faced by the Cardano ecosystem: achieving real-world adoption in strategic industries. By delivering the first Blockchain Adoption Map for Brazilian Agribusiness, available in Portuguese, Spanish, and English, the project will provide a public good that benefits the entire community.
The agribusiness sector is Brazil’s economic engine, representing nearly 24% of GDP and USD 160 billion in exports. Demonstrating Cardano’s relevance in such a high-value industry gives the ecosystem visibility, legitimacy, and traction among global stakeholders. Even modest adoption in this market can translate into millions in on-chain value, greater transaction volume, and a stronger Treasury.
In the long term, the CardanoAgro LATAM Hub will extend this impact regionally, creating opportunities in multiple countries where agriculture plays a central role in the economy.
How Success Brings Value to the Cardano Community
Measuring Impact
Impact will be measured through verifiable, objective indicators directly connected to the project’s outputs and stakeholder engagement:
How Outputs and Opportunities Will Be Shared
Conclusion
This project generates impact by combining knowledge, credibility, and strategic positioning. It gives Cardano the tools to make smarter funding decisions, empowers builders with real data, and establishes the first LATAM Hub focused on agribusiness. By anchoring the ecosystem in Brazil’s largest economic sector, Cardano gains a visible, sustainable path to adoption that will later expand across Latin America.
What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?
The successful execution of previous initiatives — including the Intersect Education and Multimedia Grant and the Cardano Community Hub in Brazil funded by Catalyst Fund 13 — demonstrates the solid foundation of trust, accountability, and delivery capacity established by Daniela Alves and Maria Carmo.
Both have a proven track record in the Cardano community, deep expertise in decentralized governance, and the ability to lead impactful projects that combine educational outreach with strategic partnerships. Their experience ensures not only the capacity to execute but also to manage resources transparently and deliver measurable results.
Additionally, Daniela, Maria, and Charmaine bring valuable experience from the execution of the Agro Hub under the DeepFunding program of SingularityNET. While operating with a smaller scope due to limited budget, this initiative successfully established a partnership with LigaAgro of FIA Business School and initiated a collaborative relationship with the Andean Development Corporation (CAF). This demonstrates their ability to deliver meaningful impact even under constrained resources, while strategically expanding connections across the Latin American region.
Key Achievements Under Intersect
Execution of the Cardano Community Hub Brazil (H1 2025)
In the first half of 2025, the Hub exceeded expectations, delivering not only the planned activities but also multiple strategic actions:
Apr 22 Intersect Event – GovChainLab also hosted the Cardano Budget Workshop in São Paulo: https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/construindo-o-futuro-da-cardano-workshops?utm_source=publication-search
Why This Track Record Matters
These achievements collectively demonstrate our ability to execute complex, multi-stakeholder projects and to engage strategic partners across different regions and sectors. From government agencies and universities to innovation hubs and community groups, our network of collaborators reflects both credibility and reach.
This proven capability ensures that the proposed activities in this new phase will be delivered with the same high standards of trust, accountability, and measurable impact, qualities that the Cardano community can rely on.
Milestone Title
Planning & Alignment
Milestone Outputs
This milestone will deliver the complete methodological framework that will guide the entire project. A detailed plan will be produced, including the research design, structure of interviews, survey draft, and data analysis strategy. A public timeline will also be published, defining deadlines and deliverables in a transparent way. These outputs ensure that all stakeholders understand the scope, steps, and expected results before any fieldwork begins.
Acceptance Criteria
The milestone will be considered complete when a full methodological plan is available in all three languages, containing clear descriptions of objectives, research methods, and tools to be applied. The public timeline must be published online and accessible for community review. Interview guides and survey drafts must be prepared, validated internally, and aligned with the goals of mapping blockchain adoption in agribusiness. Only when these conditions are met can this milestone be accepted.
Evidence of Completion
Proof of completion will include the publication of the methodological plan in PDF, made available for public access. A public link to the project timeline will demonstrate transparency. Copies of the interview guide and survey draft will be uploaded as supporting documentation. These materials will be open-access, allowing the community and reviewers to verify the readiness of the project for the next stage.
Delivery Month
1
Cost
18000
Progress
10 %
Milestone Title
Stakeholder Engagement & Website Launch
Milestone Outputs
This phase focuses on establishing first-hand connections with stakeholders and opening a transparent communication channel through the Hub website. Deliverables include the completion of at least 20 semi-structured interviews with agribusiness actors, the official launch of the online survey, and the publication of the Hub website with project details, objectives, and initial content. This milestone guarantees that the project begins to collect real data while also making its activities visible to the Cardano community.
Acceptance Criteria
The milestone will be accepted once at least 20 interviews are successfully completed, documented, and anonymized. The survey must be live, functional, and collecting validated responses. The Hub website must be publicly accessible and contain relevant information about the project, including objectives, expected outcomes, and the role of the Cardano ecosystem. These conditions guarantee that stakeholder engagement and transparency are not only planned but actively underway.
Evidence of Completion
Evidence will consist of an executive summary of the anonymized interview insights, showing progress in stakeholder engagement. A public link to the survey will demonstrate that it is active and available for participants. The Hub website link will prove that the digital platform has been created and is accessible to both the Cardano community and external stakeholders. Together, these materials ensure accountability and verifiable progress.
Delivery Month
3
Cost
12000
Progress
20 %
Milestone Title
Data Collection & Partnerships
Milestone Outputs
This milestone will consolidate the first results of data collection and formalize institutional partnerships that ensure the project’s credibility. Deliverables include a preliminary dataset containing survey responses and interview data, the identification and classification of at least 15 blockchain pilots or live projects in Brazilian agribusiness, and the establishment of at least two institutional partnerships with cooperatives, research institutions, or regulators. These outputs strengthen the foundation for the final Adoption Map.
Acceptance Criteria
The milestone will be accepted when a preliminary dataset is organized in draft format, containing quantitative and qualitative data from stakeholders. At least 15 blockchain use cases must be mapped and classified by type, maturity, and potential impact. Additionally, formal agreements or letters of intent with at least two recognized institutions must be secured. These criteria ensure that the project is grounded in real evidence and supported by credible partners.
Evidence of Completion
Proof will include a mini-report consolidating data collected so far, highlighting trends and initial findings. Copies of partnership agreements or letters of confirmation will be provided to show institutional engagement. A public update summarizing the blockchain pilots identified will be shared, providing transparency and accountability to the Cardano community and reviewers.
Delivery Month
4
Cost
12000
Progress
30 %
Milestone Title
Analysis & Draft Map
Milestone Outputs
In this phase, the project will transform the collected data into structured knowledge. The first draft of the Blockchain Adoption Map will be delivered in Portuguese, including visual representations, charts, and analysis of the agribusiness blockchain landscape. Translations into Spanish and English will begin, ensuring regional scalability. A preliminary report of at least 15 pages will present adoption barriers, opportunities, and value chains with the highest potential impact.
Acceptance Criteria
The milestone will be accepted once the draft Adoption Map in Portuguese is completed and includes structured findings, data visualization, and identified trends. Translations into Spanish and English must be underway, with documented sections. The preliminary report must contain at least 15 pages with substantive content and analysis. These criteria ensure that the project has moved from raw data to structured insights.
Evidence of Completion
Evidence will include the PDF of the draft Adoption Map in Portuguese, excerpts of translated sections into Spanish and English, and a progress report describing the analysis of barriers and opportunities. These documents will be published or shared with the Cardano community, guaranteeing transparency and verifiable progress.
Delivery Month
5
Cost
9000
Progress
70 %
Milestone Title
Final Delivery & Dissemination
Milestone Outputs
The final phase will deliver the completed Blockchain Adoption Map in Portuguese, Spanish, and English. The Hub website will be updated to provide open access to the final report and dataset in .xlsx format. Two public presentations will be held to share findings with the Cardano community and agribusiness stakeholders. This milestone ensures that the project ends with high-quality outputs, broad dissemination, and regional applicability.
Acceptance Criteria
The milestone will be accepted once the final trilingual Adoption Map is published, ensuring that all content is accessible to audiences in Brazil, Latin America, and the global Cardano community. The dataset must be finalized and published in open-access format. Two dissemination events (online/offline) must be completed, with evidence of participation. These criteria demonstrate that the project has been fully delivered and shared.
Evidence of Completion
Proof of completion will include links to the final trilingual reports, the dataset file for download, and the updated Hub website. Video recordings and slides from the two public presentations will also be provided as evidence of dissemination. These materials confirm that the project has delivered high-quality, open-access results and achieved its objectives.
Delivery Month
6
Cost
9000
Progress
100 %
Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources
Project Lead & Methodology (Daniela Alves) – ₳16,000 (~USD 13,600)
Community & Governance Engagement – ₳11,000 (~USD 9,350)
Agribusiness Specialist (Charmaine Alves) – ₳11,000 (~USD 9,350)
Research Assistant – ₳5,000 (~USD 4,250)
Data Analyst – ₳8,000 (~USD 6,800)
Translator (PT ↔ ES ↔ EN) – ₳4,000 (~USD 3,400)
Contingency – ₳5,600
How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?
The proposed budget represents strategic value for the Cardano ecosystem because it is directly tied to building knowledge, engagement, and visibility infrastructure in critical sectors such as agribusiness and decentralized governance. Instead of dispersing resources into short-term actions, the project invests in establishing a structured foundation of activities, with concrete deliverables (platform, reports, workshops, articles) that will remain useful to the community even after completion.
The amounts were calculated according to both Brazilian and international market realities, balancing cost efficiency with quality. Team compensation aligns with senior consultancy rates in Brazil (on average, $25–40/hour), still significantly below the typical cost in developed markets. This ensures a high cost-benefit ratio for the ecosystem, as it secures experienced professionals in governance, agribusiness, and blockchain at competitive rates.
Each allocated resource serves a specific and necessary function: leadership and methodology to maintain strategic standards, field specialists to provide legitimacy and access to local communities, translators to expand international reach, as well as technology and communication to consolidate outcomes. The inclusion of a contingency reserve demonstrates responsible planning, kept under 10% of the total, ensuring security without inflating costs.
In summary, the cost is justified not only in proportion to market benchmarks but, above all, by its impact: consolidating Cardano’s presence in one of Latin America’s most relevant economic sectors, creating new adoption opportunities, institutional partnerships, and entry into public policy discussions. It is a mid-term investment that strengthens the network’s visibility, expands its legitimacy, and positions the ecosystem as a reference in responsible innovation.
Terms and Conditions:
Yes
Daniela Alves – Project Lead & Methodology Coordinator
Role: Responsible for project methodology, research design, stakeholder engagement, and coordination of the final report. Oversees execution, ensuring alignment with objectives, timeline, and budget. Leads planning for LATAM expansion.
Experience: Over 15 years leading market studies and government projects. Served as Executive Director of a corporate diplomacy firm, delivering studies for governments such as Canada and for multinational corporations. Former Vice-Director of the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and member of the BRICS Business Council, giving her direct access to exporters and regulators. Coordinated the government plan of São Paulo, Latin America’s largest city, and lectured at IBMEC-SP. Within Cardano, she co-founded GovChainLab and has experience delivering governance and adoption-focused projects funded by Intersect and Catalyst.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniela-alves-ri/
Charmaine Alves – Agribusiness Specialist & Stakeholder Relations
Role: Leads relationships with cooperatives, exporters, and agribusiness institutions. Validates findings with field experts, ensures alignment with real market needs, and contributes to classification of pilots and use cases.
Experience: International agribusiness consultant with extensive experience in rural Brazil and international markets, particularly China. She has drafted development plans for agricultural municipalities and maintains direct ties with cooperatives, agricultural departments, and buyers. Her expertise guarantees that the Adoption Map will reflect both local realities and global market demands.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charmainealves
Research Assistant (to be recruited)
Role: Provides operational support including scheduling interviews, managing survey responses, and maintaining documentation.
Skills required: Organizational skills, basic data handling, and stakeholder communication.
Translator (PT ↔ ES ↔ EN)
Role: Supports production of the trilingual Adoption Map and ensures linguistic quality for international dissemination.
Skills required: Professional translation with experience in technical and blockchain-related terminology.