The true impact of Digital Farmer Services (DFS)

7 November 2024. 3 pm CET. Digital Farmers Services (DFS) and how the 'Meaningful Use' framework can help companies scale DFS solutions to deliver sustainable, impactful benefits for farmers in Africa and Asia.

Traditional metrics like usage frequency or app downloads often fail to capture the true impact of Digital Farmer Services (DFS). The "Meaningful Use" framework fills this gap by evaluating the real benefits that farmers gain from these services. Based on a survey of nearly 5,000 farmers across India, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, and Ethiopia, this approach covers services such as information access, input and equipment markets, and credit offered by 18 DFS providers.

The panel of experts will discuss the design of the 'Meaningful Use' framework in collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Busara Center for Behavioral Economics, how DFS is transforming farmers' practices, livelihoods, and resilience, and Insights on scaling DFS solutions to deliver sustainable, impactful benefits for farmers across Africa and Asia.

• Parmesh Shah, Global Lead, Data-Driven Digital Agriculture and Innovation The World Bank; 
• Ellie Turner, Director of Agriculture at 60 Decibels; 
• Sheena Raikundalia, Chief Growth Officer at Kuza; 
• Phyian Karinge, Senior Product Manager at agriBORA; 
• Rajesh Ranjan, Founder, Krishify; 
• Hannah Reed, Program Officer, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; 
• Luc Christiaensen, Lead Agricultural Economist, Agricultural and Food Global Practice of The World Bank and 
• Sydney Gourlay, Senior Economist, Development Data Group of The World Bank

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4 Oct 2024. Transforming Agriculture Through Data and Digital Technologies and Enhancing Productivity

The agricultural sector is confronting escalating challenges that threaten both productivity and environmental sustainability. From ensuring food security to maintaining stable production amid climate change, traditional farming methods are increasingly insufficient. The modern agricultural landscape calls for innovative solutions, leveraging advanced technologies such as Internet of Things (IoTs), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Big Data. e-kakashi's Digital Platform: Spearheading the integration of plant science with data-driven technology, e-kakashi offers a digital platform that enhances agricultural practices. 

Utilizing sensors and AI, this system not only captures and visualizes vital environmental and cultivation data but also merges plant physiology with machine learning. This approach provides farmers with real-time, actionable insights to optimize growing conditions, mitigate risks, and improve crop quality and yield. e-kakashi is dedicated to expanding its platform to include a wider range of agricultural data, such as soil conditions and human labor, creating a comprehensive agricultural information network. https://www.e-kakashi.com/en/

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