Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013)

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Digital Agriculture Training Workshops for Youth Entrepreneurs in Zimbabwe Cities: Farmer Value Chain Integration Outcomes Analysis

Munyati Nyoni, University of Zimbabwe, Harare Zvairo Makore, Department of Crop Sciences, Scientific and Industrial Research and Development Centre (SIRDC) Chiwangwa Mutale, Department of Agricultural Economics, Scientific and Industrial Research and Development Centre (SIRDC)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18992498
Published: July 4, 2013

Abstract

In Zimbabwe, digital agriculture training workshops have been introduced to enhance entrepreneurial skills among youth in urban centers. These workshops aim to integrate farmers into value chains, improving agricultural productivity and market access. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including pre- and post-training surveys (N=120) using Likert scales to measure changes in knowledge and practices. Quantitative data were analysed with a linear regression model predicting improvements in market access (β = 0.56 ± 0.03, p < 0.001). A significant proportion (72%) of participants reported increased confidence in using digital tools to enhance their farming practices post-training. The workshops significantly improved farmer value chain integration, particularly in terms of market access and technological adoption. Future training should focus on enhancing digital literacy and providing more hands-on experience with available technologies.

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Munyati Nyoni, Zvairo Makore, Chiwangwa Mutale (2013). Digital Agriculture Training Workshops for Youth Entrepreneurs in Zimbabwe Cities: Farmer Value Chain Integration Outcomes Analysis. African Applied Freshwater Ecology (Fisheries/Aquatic/Environmental), Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18992498

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African AgricultureGeographic Information Systems (GIS)Participatory ApproachValue Chain AnalysisYouth EmpowermentPrecision Farming TechniquesEntrepreneurship Education

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