kidulajumba254/farmfreshlimited--Agritech-startup

FarmFresh is a startup innovative AgriTech platform designed to revolutionize Kenya's agricultural ecosystem by connecting farmers, suppliers, and consumers in one seamless marketplace. # FarmFresh - Connecting Kenya's Agricultural Ecosystem FarmFresh is a startup innovative AgriTech platform designed to revolutionize Kenya's agricultural ecosystem by connecting farmers, suppliers, and consumers in one seamless marketplace. ## Features **Interactive Marketplace**: Browse and purchase agricultural products directly from verified producers **Producer & Supplier Profiles**: Connect with trusted agricultural partners across Kenya **Real-time Communication**: Message directly with producers and suppliers **Market Insights**: Access up-to-date information about market trends and pricing **User Dashboard**: Track orders, manage profile, and view personalized recommendations **Secure Payments**: Integrated M-Pesa and bank transfer payment options **Data-Driven Recommendations**: AI-powered product suggestions based on user preferences and market trends ## Technology Stack - **Frontend**: React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Shadcn UI - **State Management**: React Context API and React Query - **Authentication**: Supabase Authentication - **Database**: Supabase PostgreSQL Database - **APIs**: Supabase Edge Functions - **Payments**: M-Pesa API integration, Bank Transfer options - **Deployment**: Vercel/Netlify (recommended) ## Getting Started ### Prerequisites - Node.js (v16 or higher) - npm or yarn - Supabase account ### Installation ```bash # Clone the repository git clone # Navigate to the project directory cd farmfreshlimited-Agritech-Startup-main # Install dependencies npm install # Start the development server npm run dev ``` ### Environment Variables Create a `.env.local` file in the root directory with the following variables: ``` VITE_SUPABASE_URL=your_supabase_url VITE_SUPABASE_ANON_KEY=your_supabase_anon_key VITE_MPESA_CONSUMER_KEY=your_mpesa_consumer_key VITE_MPESA_CONSUMER_SECRET=your_mpesa_consumer_secret ``` ## Backend Architecture FarmFresh uses Supabase as its backend infrastructure, providing: 1. **Authentication**: Use …