Evaluating the Agricultural Knowledge System, Information and Communication Technologies for Agricultural Development in Nigeria: Implications and Prospects
Journal Title: Journal of Empirical Economics - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 5
Abstract
The main objective of this study is to evaluate the agricultural knowledge system, information and communication technology for agricultural development in Nigeria economy; implications and prospects. The study reviewed the mechanics for the adoption of information and communication technology for agricultural development in Nigeria. Agricultural knowledge system and information communication technology are concept that has become globally appreciated. It has turn the world into a global village. They are systems that captures, develop, share and effectively link farmers, agricultural institutions, educators, researchers and extentionists to harness knowledge and information from various sources for better farming and improved livestock. There are so many events happening all over the world through the internet, e-mail, e-system, digital and metro-digital mechanics and a host of other information technologies available for the use of mankind. This study observed that farmers in Nigeria are far from current developments in agriculture as a result of their lack of ICT background. Therefore, to keep Nigerian farmers on the track of current developments in the agricultural practice around the globe, this study advocates the various implications, prospects and ways of exposing these farmers gradually to the ICT world to match with other countries.
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Anochie Uzoma . C, Ude Damian Kalu
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