Learn how to create agricultural technology products that not only drive business success but also contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
As a Product Manager specializing in Agritech, I've learned that the most successful products are those that align with broader societal goals. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide an excellent framework for creating products that drive both business value and positive impact.
The agricultural sector faces unprecedented challenges: climate change, food security, water scarcity, and environmental degradation. As Product Managers, we have a unique opportunity to address these challenges through technology while building sustainable businesses.
SDG 2: Zero Hunger
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 13: Climate Action
Start by identifying which SDGs your product can realistically impact. Be specific about the measurable outcomes you want to achieve.
Build SDG-related KPIs into your product metrics alongside traditional business metrics like user engagement and revenue.
Ensure all stakeholders understand the dual purpose of your product: business success and societal impact.
In developing our SmartFarm IoT platform, we focused on SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). The results speak for themselves:
Building SDG-aligned products isn't just good for the world—it's good for business. Customers increasingly prefer products that contribute to positive change, and investors are prioritizing companies with strong ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) practices.
The key is to start small, measure impact, and continuously iterate on both your product features and your impact goals.
Technical Product Manager specializing in Agritech, Aquatech, and Energy Efficiency solutions. Passionate about building SDG-aligned products that drive both business success and positive environmental impact.