E-extension

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Agricultural extension that delivers timely, targeted, and cost-effective support to farmers will help ensure the sustainability and adaptive capacity of agriculture, enhancing both food security and environmental security.

Leveraging advances in Agri-climate science and adult education, innovative digital technologies offer significant new opportunities to engage with farmers and to support decision making.

E-extension aims to provide farmers with:
Timely and relevant information in Good Agricultural Practices;
access to credit; and better market prices
These could go a long way in addressing global poverty and improving agricultural productivity.

Laikipia Gaps App, available on Google Playstore and online , stands as a pioneering e-Extension tool crafted by the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) and ACWICT . Tailored to empower farmers in Laikipia County and beyond, this innovative application serves as a comprehensive resource hub, providing invaluable insights, solutions, and expert guidance at the fingertips of agricultural practitioners.

This user-friendly platform encompasses a diverse array of features meticulously designed to address the myriad challenges encountered in farming landscapes. By bridging the gap between traditional farming methods and modern technological advancements, Laikipia Gaps App equips farmers with the knowledge and tools necessary to enhance productivity, optimize resource utilization, and ultimately bolster livelihoods.

Laikipia Gaps App exemplifies the transformative potential of e-Extension platforms in revolutionizing agriculture, facilitating informed decision-making, and catalyzing socioeconomic progress at the grassroots level. As a testament to its efficacy and impact, the app continues to garner acclaim and adoption among farmers, extension service providers, and stakeholders across the agricultural value chain, positioning itself as a beacon of innovation and empowerment in the agricultural landscape of Laikipia County and beyond.

Web App Link : laikipiagaps.kalro.org

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KAINET

KAINET, which stands for Kenya Agricultural Information Network, is a platform developed by the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO). It serves as a digital hub for agricultural information and resources, aiming to enhance knowledge sharing, research collaboration, and technology dissemination within Kenya’s agricultural sector.

The platform provides access to a wide range of agricultural data, research findings, publications, and resources curated by KALRO and its partners. It serves as a central repository for agricultural information, catering to the needs of farmers, researchers, policymakers, extension workers, and other stakeholders involved in agriculture.

Through KAINET, users can access valuable insights on various aspects of agriculture, including crop production, livestock management, agribusiness, sustainable farming practices, and technological innovations. Additionally, the platform facilitates networking and collaboration among agricultural professionals, fostering exchange of ideas, experiences, and best practices to promote agricultural development and food security in Kenya.

Overall, KAINET plays a crucial role in bridging the information gap in agriculture, empowering stakeholders with timely and relevant information to make informed decisions, enhance productivity, and promote sustainable agricultural practices across Kenya. KAINET is available on https://www.kalro.org/kainet/