Welcome to the Farmonaut Mining Affiliate Programme
Congratulations on being selected for the Farmonaut Mining Affiliate Program. We are excited to have you onboard. To get started, we recommend familiarising yourself with the following key areas:
- What Farmonaut does and the value we provide in mining intelligence
- How the Mining Affiliate Program works
- The pricing structure (base price + your markup)
- The step-by-step process for submitting concessions
- The payment and commission transfer process
Your Priority Next Steps
| 1 | Review the training material and platform tutorial video |
| 2 | Learn how to plot coordinates and generate pricing on the mining platform |
| 3 | Submit your bank details for commission payouts |
| 4 | Begin identifying suitable mining exploration clients and projects |
About Farmonaut
Farmonaut is a satellite data analytics company leveraging Earth observation and AI to deliver actionable geospatial insights across agriculture, forestry, and mineral exploration. Founded in 2018, Farmonaut operates from offices in the United States and India, serving mining and exploration projects globally.
Platform Capabilities
Farmonaut's platform helps clients across every stage of mining exploration:
- Evaluate mineral potential before investing in drilling
- Screen large land areas quickly and cost-effectively
- Reduce blind exploration costs through data-backed targeting
- Support land acquisition and investment decisions
- Access structured satellite-based mineral intelligence reports
Global Track Record
Farmonaut has completed projects across more than 25 countries, covering over 100,000 hectares in total. Active project regions include the US, DRC, Ghana, Mauritania, Peru, Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, Australia, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Sierra Leone, and others. Minerals covered include gold, copper, lithium, cobalt, diamond, garnets, rare earth elements, and more — all delivered with greater than 90% accuracy.
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How Satellite Mineral Detection Works
Satellites scan the land and capture detailed surface data — not just images, but information about soil, rock, and geological patterns. Different minerals reflect light in specific ways. By analyzing these spectral patterns, Farmonaut's proprietary algorithms identify areas that show signs of mineralization.
We then process this data using advanced spectral modeling to highlight high-potential zones and generate a structured intelligence report — helping clients decide exactly where to focus before spending on drilling operations.
Traditional Exploration vs. Farmonaut Satellite Detection
| Comparison Factor | Traditional Exploration | Farmonaut Satellite Detection |
|---|---|---|
| Time to Results | Months | Days |
| Coverage | Limited area | Global scale |
| Cost | High | 80–85% savings |
| Environmental Impact | High | None |
| Accuracy | Variable | 90–95% |
Detectable Minerals
Farmonaut's platform detects a broad spectrum of minerals across two sensing modes:
Analysis Packages & Deliverables
Farmonaut offers two premium analysis packages. Both packages can be applied to any mineral type and any qualifying Area of Interest (AOI). You may present either option to your clients based on their project stage and requirements.
Turnaround Time
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Standard Delivery | 5 business days after payment confirmation |
| Complex Projects | 5–20 business days (based on AOI size and number of minerals) |
| Payment Confirmation | Required before analysis begins |
| Delivery Format | Professional PDF report + georeferenced mineral map (KML/GeoTIFF) |
Best Use Cases
| Premium — Best For | Premium+ — Best For |
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Who Are Mining Exploration Clients?
Mining exploration clients are companies or investors searching for valuable minerals in a specific land area before starting mining operations. As a Farmonaut affiliate, these are the people and organisations you will be approaching.
| Client Types | Target Minerals (Examples) |
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GoldCopperLithiumIron OreNickelCobaltBauxiteREEsDiamondAnd many more
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Step-by-Step Client Engagement Process
Find mining and exploration companies with active or upcoming projects. You may use any communication method that suits your network and style:
- Phone calls
- LinkedIn outreach
- In-person meetings
During your initial conversation, gather the following key details:
- Target mineral(s) they are looking for
- Size of their target area (in hectares or sq. km)
- Country and region of the project
- Current stage of the project (early exploration, pre-drill, etc.)
Then introduce Farmonaut by:
- Explaining what we do and the value we deliver
- Sharing details of our previous work
- Providing a redacted sample report from a relevant project (preferably from the client's country)
- Explaining the two report options — Premium and Premium+
Once the client is ready to proceed, request the following:
- Exact concession coordinates
- Total area (hectares or sq. km)
- Target mineral(s)
Plot these coordinates on the Farmonaut mining platform:
🗺 Client Mapping PortalThe platform will display the Farmonaut base price. You can then add your commission markup to generate the final price for the client.
Farmonaut Mining Platform — Pricing & Affiliate Price Override
Share the final generated price with the client and confirm the following details:
- Report delivery timeline: 5 business days after payment confirmation
- Package selected: Premium ($1,500/mineral up to 50 ha) or Premium+ ($2,000/mineral up to 50 ha)
- Deliverables included (as per the selected package)
Once the client confirms, generate the payment link from the mining platform using their plotted coordinates and project details (Watch the tutorial video to learn how to generate the payment link). If you are mapping on behalf of the client using your login, the project is automatically tagged to your account. If the client maps independently, remind them to enter your Affiliate Code before submitting — this is essential for your commission to be attributed. Share the payment link with the client and request payment. The invoice will be automatically generated on the platform above the payment link for you to download.
Once the client completes payment, automated email notifications are sent simultaneously to the Farmonaut team, you (the affiliate), and the client.
| Full Payment Flow | The full payment (including your commission) is received in Farmonaut's account first. |
| Commission Transfer | Farmonaut transfers your commission directly to your registered bank account. |
| Processing Time | Within 5 business days of confirmed project payment. |
| Prerequisite | Bank details must be submitted in advance via the affiliate profile portal. |
The analysis report will be completed and shared with you within 5 business days of payment confirmation. You may then forward the report to your client. The report includes all deliverables as per the selected package (Premium or Premium+).
As an affiliate, you are not required to perform any technical analysis. Your role is to introduce relevant clients and projects — Farmonaut handles all satellite processing, interpretation, reporting, and delivery.
If the client asks technical questions you are unable to answer:
- Email the Farmonaut team directly at support@farmonaut.com
- Or add support@farmonaut.com to your ongoing client email thread — our team will respond on priority
Platform Onboarding — Step by Step
The following steps walk you through the complete platform registration and setup process. All steps must be completed in order before you begin serving clients.
Complete the official Farmonaut Mining Affiliate registration form to create your partner account and initiate the verification process. You will need to provide your full name, contact details, and business information.
📝 Register Here
Farmonaut Mining Pro — Affiliate Registration Form
Upon successful registration, you will receive a confirmation email containing your affiliate credentials, platform access instructions, and your unique Affiliate Code. Please check your spam or junk folder if you do not receive the email within 24 hours.
Your onboarding email will include:
- Your unique Affiliate Partner ID and Affiliate Code
- Login credentials for the Farmonaut Mining Platform
- Link to your personalised affiliate dashboard
- Contact details for your dedicated onboarding manager
Example of the Farmonaut Mining Pro welcome email with affiliate code and credentials
Before you can receive any professional referral fees, you must submit your verified banking details through the secure affiliate profile portal. All payment information is encrypted and processed in compliance with applicable financial regulations.
🏦 Submit Banking Details
Farmonaut Mining Pro — Secure Payment / Bank Details Portal
Once onboarded and with banking details submitted, you are ready to serve mining clients. Use the Farmonaut Mining Platform to map client concession boundaries, select minerals, generate pricing, and submit project requests.
🗺 Client Mapping PortalThe platform tutorial video walks you through the full workflow: plotting coordinates, editing price, generating a payment link, and downloading the invoice. Remember — if you map on behalf of the client using your login, no Affiliate Code is needed. If the client maps themselves, they must enter your Affiliate Code so the project is correctly attributed to you. All new affiliates are strongly encouraged to complete this tutorial before their first client engagement.
Track Record — Completed Projects
The following are examples of real completed projects that demonstrate the scale and value of Farmonaut's satellite mineral detection service. These can be shared with prospective clients (sample reports are available via the Drive Link provided separately).
Gold Detection Projects
| Country | Mineral | Area Covered | Cost Saved | Time Saved |
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| Ghana | Gold | 26,620 Ha | $50M–$90M | 20+ years |
| Ghana | Gold | 5,000 Ha | $5M–$15M | 20+ years |
| Mauritania | Gold | 13,000 Ha | $13M–$40M | 50+ years |
| Tanzania | Gold | 17,958 Ha | — | — |
| Tanzania | Gold | 1,000 Ha | $1M–$3M | 4–5 years |
| Kenya | Gold | 2,700 Ha | $2.5M–$7.5M | 10+ years |
| DRC | Gold | 675 Ha | $500K–$1.5M | 2–3 years |
| Zimbabwe | Gold | 75 Ha | $75K–$225K | 9–11 months |
| Peru | Gold | 100 Ha | $100K–$300K | 1 year |
Other Mineral Detection Projects
| Country | Mineral | Area Covered | Cost Saved | Time Saved |
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| DRC | Cobalt | 3,500 Ha | $2.5M–$7.5M | 10+ years |
| DRC | Copper | 167 Ha | $100K–$300K | 1 year |
| Nigeria | Lithium | 300 Ha | $100K–$300K | 1–2 years |
| Zimbabwe | Uranium | 75 Ha | $75K–$225K | 6–8 months |
| Zimbabwe | Silver | 75 Ha | $75K–$225K | 6–8 months |
| Ghana | Beryllium | 25 Ha | $60K–$100K | 4–5 months |
| USA | Star Garnets | 40 Ha | $75K–$225K | 6–8 months |
Your Commission Structure
As a Farmonaut Mining Affiliate Partner, you have full flexibility in how you structure your professional fees. Two earning models are available and you may choose either option independently for each individual project.
Commission Payment Terms
| Payment Term | Details |
|---|---|
| Processing Time | 5 business days from project confirmation & payment |
| Payment Method | Direct bank transfer to registered account |
| Option 1 Rate | 10% of total platform-quoted project cost |
| Option 2 Rate | 100% of affiliate markup applied above the quoted price |
| Currency | As per affiliate profile and jurisdiction |
| Prerequisite | Bank details must be submitted before first payment |
Contact & Support
Your success as a Farmonaut Mining Affiliate Partner is our priority. The following resources and contacts are available to assist you at every stage of your journey.