Laxman Shah
Software Engineer
B.Sc. Computer Science · Former Yahoo
Leads product, engineering, and company strategy. Builds the platform and infrastructure powering DokoFood.
A shorter path from farm to table.
DokoFood is a farm-to-consumer marketplace connecting growers in Nepal directly with the households, restaurants, and grocers who care about where their food comes from.
- Based in
- Kathmandu, Nepal
- Model
- Farm-to-consumer marketplace
- Ownership
- Independent, founder-led
The problem
The food supply chain is broken.
Both sides of the market lose value because of inefficiency and a lack of trust. Too many middlemen sit between the farm and the table.
Farmers
Limited reach. Lower margins.
- Low bargaining power against entrenched intermediaries
- Limited direct access to consumer demand
- Pricing pressure that erodes long-term sustainability
Consumers
Higher prices. Less freshness.
- Unclear sourcing and inconsistent quality
- Higher prices for produce that is days older than it should be
- No reliable signal for pesticide-free or responsibly grown food
DokoFood removes friction and restores trust.
Our solution
A simple marketplace with fewer layers.
We move fresh food from local farms to consumers in three deliberate steps — backed by quality control and reliable last-mile delivery.
- 01
Source from farmers
We partner directly with local growers — building a trusted sourcing network where farmers earn fairer value for their work.
- 02
Check freshness & quality
Each batch is reviewed against our freshness, safety, and pesticide-free criteria before it ever reaches a customer.
- 03
Deliver to consumers
Orders are routed through reliable last-mile fulfillment, keeping produce fresh and waste low.
Why DokoFood
Fresh food, fair prices, real standards.
Four pillars define how we operate — and why our model produces better outcomes for both the farmers we source from and the customers we serve. Quality food at fair prices for everyone in the chain.
- 01
Direct farmer connection
We remove unnecessary middlemen and improve market access for the farmers who grow our food.
- 02
Pesticide-free focus
We prioritize verified, responsibly grown produce — selecting partners who share our standards.
- 03
Food science quality lens
Food microbiology expertise informs our freshness checks, handling, and safety standards.
- 04
Data-led operations
Demand, inventory, delivery, and customer insights compound into a more efficient supply chain.
Who we serve
From household kitchens to neighborhood restaurants.
We start with urban consumers and expand into repeat B2B food supply — two sides of the same network: people who want quality food, and farmers who need better access.
Households & families
Fresh groceries at fair prices, delivered to the door.
Working professionals
Convenient doorstep ordering on a schedule that works.
Students
Affordable, healthy food access without the markup.
Restaurants
Consistent fresh produce supply from local farms.
Small grocery stores
Local stock with clearer sourcing and steadier pricing.
Health-conscious buyers
Trusted, pesticide-free produce with transparent origins.
Founding team
Software, food science, and data — under one roof.
A balanced team building the marketplace, the quality standards, and the data layer that makes both possible.
Narendra Shahi
Food Science Expert
M.Sc. Food Microbiology · Tribhuvan University
Oversees quality, safety, freshness, and nutrition standards across our sourcing and handling pipeline.
Sagar Shahi
Data & Technology Lead
M.S. Data Science · San Jose State University
Leads data strategy, technology, and supply-chain optimization — turning operational signal into smarter decisions.
Sagar Gurung
Software Engineer
M.S. · San Francisco State University
Builds and maintains DokoFood's web and mobile applications — focused on performance, reliability, and a smooth customer experience.
Our roadmap
Building a sustainable local food system.
Five milestones — from the first farmer partnership to a B2B network serving restaurants and small grocery stores.
- 01
Farmer partnerships
Build a trusted local sourcing network.
- 02
Quality standards
Define pesticide-free verification and freshness checks.
- 03
Platform launch
Simple ordering, product catalog, and customer support.
- 04
Delivery operations
Reliable fulfillment with lower waste.
- 05
B2B expansion
Serve restaurants and small grocery stores.
Our ask
Get in touchMentorship, exposure, partnerships, and guidance to scale DokoFood sustainably.
Voices
What our customers say.
“DokoFood has transformed our family's eating habits. The freshness and quality are unmatched.”
Priya SharmaMother & Health Enthusiast“As a nutritionist, I'm impressed by the transparency and the quality standards behind every order.”
Dr. Rajesh KoiralaNutritionist“Farm-fresh produce delivered to my door, on time, every time. It's changed how I shop for my family.”
Sita PatelWorking Professional
Join a fresher food system.
Every order supports a local farmer and shortens the path between the field and your kitchen. Start with one delivery — taste the difference.
Free delivery over Rs. 1,500 · Pesticide-free focus · Farmer-first sourcing