Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013)

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Mobile Innovations in Agricultural Information Transmission: A Senegalese Case Study

Oumar Ndiaye, Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD), Dakar Mamadou Faye, Department of Artificial Intelligence, Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA), Dakar Ibrahima Sall, African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Senegal
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18987466
Published: November 26, 2013

Abstract

Agriculture in Senegal faces challenges such as climate variability and limited access to information, leading to suboptimal crop yields and economic instability. A mixed-methods approach combining quantitative surveys (n=300) and qualitative interviews (n=20) to assess mobile app usage frequency, content relevance, and perceived benefits among farmers. Statistical models were employed to analyse survey data for robust inference. Mobile app users reported an average of 5 daily interactions with the platform, with a significant proportion (43%) noting improved crop yields as a direct result of receiving accurate agricultural information. The study underscores the potential of mobile technology in enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in Senegal by providing farmers with timely and relevant information. Government agencies should support further development of mobile apps, while also investing in training programmes to maximise user engagement and impact. Agricultural Information, Mobile Technology, Senegal, Productivity Enhancement

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Oumar Ndiaye, Mamadou Faye, Ibrahima Sall (2013). Mobile Innovations in Agricultural Information Transmission: A Senegalese Case Study. African Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs, Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18987466

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Sub-SaharanGISParticipatory MonitoringMobile AppsPrecision AgricultureData VisualizationFarmer Networks

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