AgriPass- Verified Identity, Trusted Agriculture.

[Proposal setup] Proposal title

Please provide your proposal title

AgriPass- Verified Identity, Trusted Agriculture.

[Proposal Summary] Budget Information

Enter the amount of funding you are requesting in ADA

250000

[Proposal Summary] Time

Please specify how many months you expect your project to last

6

[Proposal Summary] Translation Information

Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated

No

Original Language

en

[Proposal Summary] Problem Statement

What is the problem you want to solve?

Livestock lack verifiable digital identities, leading to counterfeit vaccines, poor disease tracking, and farmer mistrust. This threatens food security and global agricultural trade.

[Proposal Summary] Project Dependencies

Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

Describe any dependencies or write 'No dependencies'

No dependencies

[Proposal Summary] Project Open Source

Will your project's outputs be fully open source?

Yes

License and Additional Information

MIT License

[Theme Selection] Theme

Please choose the most relevant theme and tag related to the outcomes of your proposal

Supply Chain

[Campaign Category] Category Questions

Describe your established collaborations.

StaTwig’s VaccineLedger is a UN-recognized Digital Public Good, deployed with UNICEF in Bangladesh and Costa Rica to track over 100M vaccines, and initially funded by the UNICEF Venture Fund. We hold Long Term Agreements for Services with UN agencies and are in discussions with FAO in Burkina Faso and Bhutan, as well as multiple Ministries of Animal Husbandry, for AgriPass pilot deployments. Cardano Foundation’s Veridian team will provide DID technical guidance, ensuring W3C standards compliance. These collaborations give AgriPass immediate credibility and clear deployment pathways.

Describe funding commitments.

The pilot phase of AgriPass is budgeted at $300,000. We are seeking ₳250,000 from Catalyst to fund core technology integration, wallet issuance, and field deployment. StaTwig will contribute in-kind resources valued at $50,000, including existing VaccineLedger infrastructure, engineering team capacity, and project management. Discussions are underway with FAO and participating ministries for potential co-funding and operational support during pilot execution and scale-up.

Describe your key performance metrics.

AgriPass KPIs:

Wallet Adoption: ≥10,000 DID-based livestock/farmer wallets issued during the pilot; target 5M wallets within 3 years.

Credential Issuance: ≥20,000 verifiable vaccination records stored on Cardano during the pilot.

Traceability: 100% of issued vaccine credentials verifiable on-chain.

Waste Reduction: 20–30% drop in vaccine wastage in pilot regions.

Stakeholder Trust: ≥90% of farmers and veterinary officials report increased confidence in vaccination data.

These KPIs track measurable blockchain adoption, public health benefits, and scalability potential

[Your Project and Solution] Solution

Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem

Many countries lack verifiable digital identities for livestock, leading to counterfeit vaccines, inaccurate health records, poor disease surveillance, and low farmer trust. These issues delay outbreak response, cause vaccine wastage, and threaten both food security and international agricultural trade.

AgriPass solves this by integrating Cardano Foundation’s Veridian decentralized identity platform into StaTwig’s proven VaccineLedger—recognized as a UN Digital Public Good and deployed with UNICEF in Bangladesh and Costa Rica to track over 100 million vaccines. With AgriPass, every animal and farmer will receive a secure, tamper-proof “digital passport” containing verifiable vaccination and health records.

How it works:

• Digital Identity Creation: Each animal and farmer is issued a DID-based wallet using Veridian, ensuring secure, privacy-preserving identity control and alignment with W3C standards.
• Credential Issuance: Veterinary authorities issue verifiable vaccination credentials directly to the wallet, containing vaccine type, batch number, administration date, and issuer identity, signed using KERI/ACDC protocols.
• Traceability & Verification: All credentials are anchored on Cardano through Veridian, enabling 100% verifiable records with selective disclosure to protect privacy.
• Analytics & Reporting: Real-time dashboards allow governments, FAO, and veterinary networks to monitor vaccine coverage, wastage, and disease patterns, enabling faster and more targeted interventions.

Why this solution is unique:

• Proven foundation: VaccineLedger has already delivered blockchain-powered traceability at national scale with measurable public health outcomes.
• Strategic partnerships: We hold Long Term Agreements with UN agencies and are in discussions with FAO in Burkina Faso and Bhutan, plus multiple Ministries of Animal Husbandry, for pilot deployment.
• Technology alignment: By integrating directly with Veridian, AgriPass leverages Cardano’s flagship decentralized identity infrastructure for globally interoperable, future-proof livestock identity systems.

Pilot scope (Year 1):

• Issue ≥10,000 DID wallets via Veridian to farmers and livestock.
• Record ≥20,000 verifiable vaccination credentials on Cardano.
• Achieve 20–30% reduction in vaccine wastage.
• Ensure 100% credential verifiability on-chain.
• Reach >90% satisfaction and trust among farmers and veterinary officials.

Global impact potential:

The global livestock population exceeds 1.5 billion cattle and 30 billion poultry, representing an addressable market for verifiable health credentials worth billions annually. Scaling AgriPass to 10–15 countries in 3 years could reach 5 million wallets and hundreds of millions of credentials, driving sustained on-chain transactions and positioning Cardano—through Veridian—as the global standard for agricultural identity systems. Each credential verification is an on-chain transaction, creating a recurring and scalable usage model for the Cardano ecosystem.

By delivering a working, large-scale Veridian DID use case in animal health, AgriPass will protect livestock, improve food security, strengthen trade compliance, and drive measurable adoption of Cardano technology in a sector critical to the global economy.

[Your Project and Solution] Impact

Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

Positive Impact on the Cardano Community

AgriPass will be one of the first large-scale real-world deployments of Cardano Foundation’s Veridian decentralized identity platform in agriculture, showcasing the power of Cardano DIDs to solve global food security and public health challenges. By issuing verifiable digital livestock passports and storing vaccination records on-chain, AgriPass will create recurring, meaningful blockchain transactions while positioning Cardano as the backbone for trusted agricultural identity systems.

Key community benefits:

• Ecosystem adoption driver: Tens of thousands of DID wallets and verifiable credentials issued during the pilot, with scale-up to millions, driving on-chain usage and demonstrating Cardano’s DID interoperability.
• Global showcase project: Partnership with FAO, UN agencies, and national governments will place Cardano at the center of high-profile agricultural and health programs in Africa, Asia, and beyond.
• Reusable open-source tools: All wallet integration modules, credential issuance APIs, and reporting dashboards will be open-sourced, enabling other Cardano developers to replicate and adapt them for new use cases.
• Catalyst multiplier effect: This project will produce a proven integration model between Veridian and supply chain systems, accelerating adoption in related sectors (fisheries, forestry, veterinary services).

Measuring Impact:

• We will measure both blockchain adoption and real-world outcomes through:
• Wallet Adoption: ≥10,000 DID wallets in the pilot; 5M in 3 years.
• Credential Issuance: ≥20,000 vaccination credentials recorded on Cardano in the pilot.
• Transaction Volume: Number of on-chain credential issuances and verifications.
• Open-Source Reuse: Number of forks, contributors, and deployments of AgriPass modules.
• Stakeholder Trust: Surveys targeting farmers, veterinary officials, and government agencies to measure confidence in vaccination data (>90% satisfaction target).

Sharing Outputs with the Cardano Community:

• Open-source repository with code, APIs, and integration documentation on GitHub under an OSI-approved license.
• Technical case study published on Cardano Forum and Cardano Foundation channels.
• Live dashboard (publicly accessible) showing anonymized KPIs like wallet adoption, credentials issued, and verification activity.
• Presentations at Cardano Summits, Catalyst Town Halls, and regional blockchain-for-agriculture events.

By proving that Cardano’s Veridian DIDs can power high-trust, large-scale identity systems in livestock health, AgriPass will set a precedent for future adoption in multiple industries—cementing Cardano’s role as a global leader in decentralized identity and supply chain trust solutions.

[Your Project and Solution] Capabilities & Feasibility

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?

StaTwig is uniquely positioned to deliver AgriPass with high levels of trust, accountability, and technical feasibility.

Proven Track Record:

• UN Digital Public Good: StaTwig’s VaccineLedger is recognized as a UN DPG and has been deployed with UNICEF in Bangladesh and Costa Rica, tracking over 100 million vaccines.
• UNICEF Venture Fund Support: The project was initially funded and validated by UNICEF Venture Fund, demonstrating credibility in deploying blockchain solutions at scale.
• UN Agency Agreements: StaTwig holds Long Term Agreements (LTAs) with multiple UN agencies, allowing streamlined contracting and faster scale-up.
• Global Recognition: StaTwig’s work has been showcased by UNICEF, Gavi, and other international organizations as a model for transparency and trust in health supply chains.

Technical Feasibility:

• Our core platform, VaccineLedger, is already production-grade and operational, requiring only integration with Cardano Foundation’s Veridian decentralized identity platform to extend to livestock identity and vaccination records.
• We have in-house blockchain engineers, API developers, and product managers experienced in supply chain and health applications.
• The pilot plan (≥10,000 wallets, ≥20,000 credentials) is sized for technical feasibility and can be delivered within 12 months.

Trust & Accountability in Fund Management:

• StaTwig has previously managed grants and contracts with UNICEF and other international organizations, adhering to strict compliance and reporting standards.
• We use transparent financial management practices, including quarterly reporting, independent audits, and milestone-based fund allocation.
• Catalyst funds will be ring-fenced specifically for AgriPass development and deployment, with regular progress reports to the Catalyst community.

Validation of Feasibility:

• Pilot Deployment: Initial rollout in partnership with FAO and a national Ministry of Animal Husbandry (Burkina Faso or Bhutan).
• Metrics-Driven Evaluation: Adoption, credential issuance, verification activity, and stakeholder feedback will be tracked and reported publicly.
• Independent Oversight: Pilot results will be validated by external stakeholders (FAO, government authorities, and possibly academic partners) to ensure transparency.
• Open-Source Approach: Code, APIs, and integration modules will be released publicly, enabling independent replication and verification by the Cardano community.

Why StaTwig is Best Suited:

Our combination of:

• Recognized credibility (UNICEF-funded, UN DPG status, LTAs with UN agencies)
• Proven technical platform (VaccineLedger in live deployments)
• Alignment with Cardano Foundation’s Veridian DID initiative
• Strong government and international partnerships

...ensures that AgriPass can be delivered successfully, with measurable impact, and in a way that strengthens the reputation of the wider Cardano ecosystem.

[Milestones] Project Milestones

Milestone Title

Project Kickoff & Technical Design

Milestone Outputs

1. Finalized project plan, including technical architecture for AgriPass integration with Cardano Foundation’s Veridian.
2. Selection of pilot country (Burkina Faso, Bhutan, or Telangana, India) with FAO/government confirmation.
3. Onboarding of technical and field teams.

Acceptance Criteria

1. Approved technical design document outlining wallet issuance, credential workflows, and reporting dashboards.
2. Signed confirmation from at least one pilot partner (FAO or Ministry).
3. Dedicated development team assigned and onboarded.

Evidence of Completion

1. Published technical design document in GitHub repo.
2. Partnership confirmation letter/email from FAO or Ministry.
3. Public announcement via StaTwig/Cardano channels.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

33000

Progress

10 %

Milestone Title

Core Integration Development

Milestone Outputs

1. Integration of Veridian DID wallets with VaccineLedger backend.
2. APIs for credential issuance, verification, and selective disclosure.
3. Basic user interfaces for farmers, veterinary authorities, and verifiers.

Acceptance Criteria

1. DID wallet issuance demonstrated in test environment.
2. Successful creation, tracking and verification of sample vaccination credentials.
3. Internal Quality Assurance(QA) testing passed for core APIs.

Evidence of Completion

1. GitHub repository with working code.
2. Demo video of wallet issuance and credential verification.
3. Internal QA test report.

Delivery Month

2

Cost

50000

Progress

30 %

Milestone Title

Pilot Deployment Setup

Milestone Outputs

1. Training materials developed for farmers, veterinary officials, and local authorities.
2. Pilot deployment infrastructure set up in the selected region.
3. Onboarding of ≥500 farmers and ≥1,000 livestock wallets in live environment.

Acceptance Criteria

1. Training sessions conducted with local stakeholders such as FAO Country Office and or Ministry of Agriculture.
2. Pilot environment live and functional.
3. First set of credentials successfully issued on Cardano mainnet.

Evidence of Completion

1. Training logs and attendance sheets.
2. Screenshots of live pilot dashboard.
3. Credential transaction IDs on Cardano blockchain.

Delivery Month

3

Cost

42000

Progress

50 %

Milestone Title

Mid-Pilot Evaluation & Scale-up

Milestone Outputs

1. Expansion of pilot to ≥5,000 wallets and ≥10,000 vaccination credentials.
2. Mid-pilot report evaluating adoption, technical performance, and stakeholder feedback.
3. Adjustments to workflows based on lessons learned.

Acceptance Criteria

1. On-chain verification of ≥10,000 credentials. These are mostly farmers and local stakeholders.
2. Mid-pilot survey responses collected from at least 200 farmers/vets.
3. Updated technical improvements documented.

Evidence of Completion

1. Public mid-pilot report shared on GitHub and Catalyst forum.
2. On-chain data explorer showing credential counts.
3. Stakeholder feedback survey results.

Delivery Month

4

Cost

33000

Progress

70 %

Milestone Title

Full Pilot Rollout

Milestone Outputs

1. Expansion to ≥10,000 wallets for farmers in the pilot country and ≥20,000 vaccination credentials.
2. Operational dashboard for authorities and FAO.
3. Awareness campaign run for farmers in pilot region.

Acceptance Criteria

1. ≥10,000 unique farmer wallets issued and verified on Cardano.
2. ≥20,000 vaccination credentials on-chain.
3. Dashboard accessible and functional for monitoring vaccination, wastage, and disease events.

Evidence of Completion

1. Public dashboard link.
2. On-chain explorer data of wallet and credential counts.
3. Campaign materials and reports shared publicly.

Delivery Month

5

Cost

52000

Progress

90 %

Milestone Title

Final Evaluation & Reporting

Milestone Outputs

1. Comprehensive pilot report, including KPIs: adoption, credentials, wastage reduction, and stakeholder trust.
2. Open-source release of AgriPass integration modules (wallet issuance, credential APIs, dashboards).
3. Roadmap for expansion to 10–15 countries.

Acceptance Criteria

1. KPIs achieved (≥10,000 wallets, ≥20,000 credentials, 20–30% wastage reduction, >90% trust).
2. Source code available on GitHub under OSI-approved license.
3. Roadmap document published and shared with FAO/governments.

Evidence of Completion

1. Public final report uploaded to GitHub and Catalyst forum.
2. Open-source repository with code, documentation, and licenses.
3. Presentation/demo at Catalyst Town Hall.

Delivery Month

6

Cost

40000

Progress

100 %

[Final Pitch] Budget & Costs

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

The total pilot budget for AgriPass is ₳300,000, of which ₳250,000 is requested from Catalyst. StaTwig will contribute an additional ₳50,000 in-kind through engineering resources, project management, and existing VaccineLedger infrastructure.

Cost Breakdown (Catalyst Funding ₳250,000):

Technology Development & Integration – ₳90,000

• Integration of Cardano Foundation’s Veridian DID platform with VaccineLedger.
• Development of APIs for credential issuance, verification, and selective disclosure.
• Wallet interfaces for farmers, veterinary officials, and verifiers.
• Code audits and quality assurance testing.

Pilot Deployment & Field Operations – ₳45,000

• Setup of pilot environment in collaboration with FAO/Ministry of Animal Husbandry.
• Training of veterinary authorities, farmers, and local administrators.
• Field support staff for onboarding ≥10,000 wallets and ≥20,000 credentials.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting – ₳25,000

• Data collection and analysis of KPIs (wallets, credentials, wastage reduction, trust levels).
• Mid-pilot and final evaluation reports.
• Independent verification by FAO/Ministry partners.

Sales, Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement – ₳40,000

• Building relationships with FAO, ministries, and livestock associations.
• Workshops and advocacy with policymakers to scale beyond the pilot.
• Documentation for expansion roadmap to 10–15 countries.

Marketing, Community Engagement & Outreach – ₳30,000

• Awareness campaigns targeting farmers in the pilot region.
• Community engagement through Cardano Town Halls, Catalyst channels, and global blockchain-for-agriculture events.
• Branding, educational videos, and case studies highlighting Cardano adoption.

Project Management & Administration – ₳20,000

• Dedicated project manager to oversee milestone delivery, reporting, and accountability.
• Legal and accounting support for compliance with Catalyst fund rules.
• Transparent financial tracking and quarterly reporting.

StaTwig In-Kind Contribution (₳50,000 equivalent):

• Existing VaccineLedger infrastructure (blockchain, mobile, backend).
• StaTwig engineering team time (blockchain, API, mobile).
• Project oversight by CEO and CTO.

Total Budget:

Catalyst Ask: ₳250,000

StaTwig In-Kind: ₳50,000

Total Pilot Budget: ₳300,000

Coverage of Shortfall & Sustainability:

The ₳50,000 shortfall beyond Catalyst funding will be covered by StaTwig’s in-kind resources. Beyond the pilot, additional funding for scale-up (estimated ₳4M across 10–15 countries) will be secured through UN agencies (FAO, UNICEF), government contracts, and donor support. This ensures AgriPass is financially sustainable and scalable after Catalyst funding.

[Final Pitch] Value for Money

How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?

AgriPass represents an excellent use of Catalyst funds because it converts ₳250,000 into a large-scale, real-world adoption case for Cardano’s decentralized identity platform Veridian, while also generating measurable social impact in livestock health, food security, and agricultural trade.

1. Proportional and Efficient Costs

The project budget has been designed around realistic industry and regional rates. For example, blockchain engineers in India and Africa typically cost 30–50% less than in the US/EU, allowing us to deliver the same technical outputs at lower cost.

Training, outreach, and operations leverage existing UN and FAO networks, reducing overhead.

StaTwig contributes ₳50,000 in-kind (engineering + VaccineLedger infrastructure), demonstrating that the team is invested and sharing the cost burden.

1. Alignment with Cardano Ecosystem Value

Every DID wallet and vaccination credential issued through Veridian directly increases on-chain activity. The pilot alone will create ≥10,000 wallets and ≥20,000 on-chain credentials; scale-up across 10–15 countries could generate millions of transactions.

This project demonstrates Cardano’s leadership in decentralized identity with FAO, UN agencies, and ministries—high-profile institutions that elevate Cardano’s global reputation.

All integration modules and APIs will be open-sourced, enabling Cardano developers to reuse them in other sectors (fisheries, forestry, supply chains).

1. Measurable Return on Investment

Pilot outputs: 10,000 wallets, 20,000 credentials, 20–30% vaccine wastage reduction, >90% trust rating.

Cost efficiency: The pilot cost of ₳250,000 translates to ~₳25 per DID wallet and credential bundle. This cost is highly competitive compared to typical enterprise identity pilots, which often exceed $100 per user.

Scaling potential: With 1.5B cattle globally, the opportunity for Cardano to capture livestock identity and health credentials is massive. The pilot lays the groundwork for adoption at continental scale.

1. Long-Term Sustainability

Catalyst funds build the MVP + validated pilot.

Scale-up will be financed by UN agencies and governments, ensuring Cardano’s Veridian platform becomes embedded in national agricultural systems without ongoing Catalyst support.

In summary:

This proposal delivers high technical and social impact per ADA spent, with costs justified by regional efficiencies, StaTwig’s co-investment, and the scale of potential adoption. AgriPass is not just a one-off project—it is a global adoption driver that will cement Cardano’s position as the blockchain of choice for decentralized identity in agriculture and beyond.

[Required Acknowledgements] Consent & Confirmation

Terms and Conditions:

Yes