August 2011
Perspectives
A system for food security
‘Market information systems need to be regularly updated and developed to meet the needs of farmers.’ Pierre Traore, of OMA and RESIMAO.
Q&A
The value of market information
‘Technology increases a farmer’s ability to reach potential buyers, but it does not guarantee that the farmer will get a good deal.’ Patrice Annequin, marketing and market information specialist at IFDC.
Bookmarks
Guide to good traceability practice
Documenting and collecting data throughout the supply chain helps small-scale producer reach lucrative new markets.
Tech Talk
A balance of information
‘I really identify with the Caribbean Nobel Laureate, Sir Arthur Lewis, who recognised so long ago that “the fundamental cure for poverty is not money, but knowledge”.’ Claudette de Freitas, CEO, CEED Ltd
EXPLORE ICT update
FEATURED TECHNOLOGY: Hardware
Ready for new developments..
As internet coverage expands in Ghana, a project helps schools make the best use of the web and helps rural communities adapt to the technology....
The complete package..
Computers for Schools Kenya does more than just give away old computers. For them training, education, partnerships and policy change are just as important. Sinc......
A climate mashup..
‘In many parts of the world agricultural systems are based largely on tradition. Farmers have been able to rely on the methods used by their forefathers because.....
Reviving a language..
With half of the world’s languages likely to die out this century, a Canadian initiative shows how multimedia technology can regenerate interest....
BROWSE TECHNOLOGY
all technologies...FEATURED Theme: Issue no. 65 - Youth and ICTs
The power of information..
Map Kibera uses GIS, SMS, video and the web to gather community data...
Tech solutions to agricultu.....
GIS and mapping improves marketing opportunities for rice farmers in Ghana...
An attractive opportunity..
Audio conferencing helps to make farming a viable prospect for young Ghanaians ...
Moving with communities..
A portable computer kit delivers agricultural training to Ugandan nomadic pastoralists...
BROWSE THEME
all themes...http://ictupdate.cta.inten//(issue)/61