Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010)

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Mobile Technologies in Agricultural Extension Services: A Scoping Review in Burkina Faso

Seyni Zongo, Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé (IRSS) Toure Ouédraogo, Department of Soil Science, International Institute for Water and Environmental Engineering (2iE) Alyna Sangare, Department of Crop Sciences, International Institute for Water and Environmental Engineering (2iE) Rabah Coulibaly, Joseph Ki-Zerbo University, Ouagadougou
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18906367
Published: June 2, 2010

Abstract

Mobile technologies have emerged as a promising tool for enhancing agricultural extension services in developing countries, aiming to improve farmers' knowledge and practices. The review included a systematic search of English-language articles published between January and December , focusing on studies that utilised mobile technologies for agricultural extension activities in Burkina Faso. The analysis was guided by thematic synthesis. Mobile technology adoption varied among different regions, with a significant proportion (45%) of farmers utilising text message-based advisories to improve their crop yields and manage pest infestations effectively. The findings indicate that mobile technologies have the potential to significantly enhance agricultural productivity in Burkina Faso, although there is limited evidence on long-term sustainability and impact. Further research is needed to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of mobile technology interventions and explore strategies for ensuring widespread adoption and sustainable use. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Seyni Zongo, Toure Ouédraogo, Alyna Sangare, Rabah Coulibaly (2010). Mobile Technologies in Agricultural Extension Services: A Scoping Review in Burkina Faso. African Forest Policy and Economics (Forestry/Environmental Policy), Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18906367

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African AgricultureExtension MethodsMobile AppsParticipatory ResearchGeographic Information SystemsDigital LiteracyPrecision Farming

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