frequently asked questions
Are my investment returns guaranteed when investing with AGRI CROWDY™ ?
AGRI CROWDY™ always gives their investor’s priority return protection. Meaning that AGRI CROWDY™ does not make a profit from sales until you the investor is paid your full investment return. This means that AGRI CROWDY™ gets involved with agricultural ventures that it believes will have plenty of profits for both investors like you and AGRI CROWDY™
How long after I invest will I get my returns?
AGRI CROWDY™ offers you the opportunity to invest in various agricultural assets with different maturity periods. Your return is determined by the investment period of each of the assets in which you choose to invest in.
Will I receive updates after purchasing in cow?
Yes, you will receive monthly progress reports on any of the investment options you choose to invest in.
Are there any platform or broker fees that I have to pay?
No, AGRI CROWDY™ does not offer its services as a broker. Not to our investors nor our partnering farmers. Thus you will never be charged a platform nor broker fee.
Is AGRI CROWDY™ regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority?
No, AGRI CROWDY™ does not meet nor fall in the perimeters of the definitions of a financial services company or a financial services product, as we offer real tangible agricultural assets. AGRI CROWDY™ is a meat and crop producer and is regulated by various legislations and regulations in South Africa
Can I invest even if I am not living in South Africa?
Yes, AGRI CROWDY™ enables you to become a virtual farmer™ from anywhere in the world. As long as you are able to successfully transact using the various payment methods on our platform and have a bank account into which withdrawn dividends can be paid when the maturity of your investment is reached. You can transact with us by using your Credit Card, EFT and Direct Bank Transfer.
What happens when my asset dies or is stolen?
Though we replace your asset when it dies or is stolen, there are unforeseen circumstance that are not in our control e.g Acts of God or factors that impacts the agricultural industry in whole or in part. For these rare cases we deal with replacement on a case by case basis.
What happens at the end of my investment period?
You get paid your initial investment + profit. Alternatively you can choose to really build wealth by reinvesting and earn compounded returns over several investment periods. Like Albert Einstein said, “Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it, earns it; he who doesn’t, pays it.”
Is there a limit to the number of assets I can invest in?
No, you can choose to buy multiple assets in the same option or multiple assets in various options
I made an investment payment but my portfolio hasn't been updated yet
Please allow 24-72 hours for our Accounts Department to process your funds, if after this period your portfolio has not been updated, please email your proof of payment to support@agricrowdy.com
How do I receive my dividend payouts?
On the maturity of your investment, you will be notified via email and your returns will be credited to your wallet on the user dashboard, you will then have the option to either withdraw via EFT or re-invest your returns.
Can I make an investment via EFT?
Yes, for our banking details please email accounts@agricrowdy.com
Is my payment details safe when making a payment on www.agricrowdy.com?
Absolutely! And often more so than many other payment methods!
- These payment gateways are developed with the same demands on security and performance as websites used for banking services and share trading. Your account login, personal details, and all money transactions are secured using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology with high security 256-bit encryption.
- Your sensitive financial information (like credit/debit card details) is never sent to the people you pay! So you can send money without sending your financial information! So you don’t need to worry about paying people you don’t know.
- The payment gateways we use, make use of 3D Secure to further enhance the security of credit card transactions.
Does AGRI CROWDY™ sell my personal information?
No, under the current POPI Act, by law, we cannot and will not sell your information, We store minimal client information & only process what you as the client, allow.
Why is there a variation in the return percentage?
The variation in return is influenced by weight and market price at the date of maturity.
How does AGRI CROWDY™ store my personal information?
AGRI CROWDY™ is run on the latest high tech servers that are maintained on a daily basis. By using these servers, we are confident that any & all information is safely & securely stored.
I am part of a Stokvel/Investment/Company/Trust, can we still become virtual farmers™ and invest on your platform?
Yes, your Stokvel/Investment Club/Company/Trust are able to become virtual farmers™ and invest in any opportunities available on our platform.