Use of ICT in agriculture is mainly to disseminate agriculture related information to the farmers and to trade their produce in India. Information is broadcasting online or offline. Internet is a major media for information flow. The ICT initiatives in India are based chiefly to disseminate information.
In this regard, can we use ICT in agriculture?
ICT can make a significant contribution in productivity and sustainability of small scale farmers. Global studies shows that ICT in agriculture affect economic growth and productivity of inputs positively. ICT play an important role in addressing the challenges in agriculture and uplifting the livelihood of rural poor.
Moreover, what are the challenges of ICT in agriculture?
Likewise, the review identified inadequate ICT facilities, lack of personnel, insufficient infrastructure, harmonization of knowledge and language, power supply and farmers’ perception are some of the challenges and issues that obstruct successful implementation of ICT in agricultural growth.
What are the different ICT applications in agriculture?
Some of the key areas where ICT in agriculture plays a vital role are:
- Regulatory policy and governance. …
- Agricultural extension and advisory services. …
- Enhanced market access. …
- Environmentally sustainable agriculture. …
- Early warning system (EWS) for disaster management. …
- Food safety & traceability.