Mobile Apps in Agricultural Extension: A Case Study of Burkina Faso

Mobile technology has been increasingly adopted in agricultural extension to enhance information dissemination and farmer engagement. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including surveys and interviews to assess farmer perceptions and usage patterns of mobile agriculture apps. Mobile app users reported an average improvement in crop yields by 15% compared to non-users, with a confidence interval of ±2.0 (95%). The findings suggest that mobile technology can significantly boost agricultural productivity when effectively integrated into extension services. Further research should explore the scalability and sustainability of these digital tools in diverse farming contexts. Agricultural Extension, Mobile Apps, Burkina Faso, Adoption Rates, Crop Yields The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.