“SAMS” is a multi-national, interdisciplinary three-year project, aimed at applying sensor-based IoT technology developed for precision apiculture to beehives in tropical regions, in order to establish active monitoring systems for improved beekeeping and honey-production.
We evaluated in 2015 17 different ict4Ag applications to develop a framework for assessing the usability and functionality of apps featured in CTA's database of agri-apps available on the African market.
Based on the results and observations from usability evaluation activities, key criteria for assessing the usability of an ICT4Ag service in the CTA database were identified, summarised and described by examples.
Agri-App usability testing with agricultural extension workers in Addis Abeba.
Gathering of the core-team members from the four Innovation Factory ICT4Ag target countries Ethiopia, Germany, Indonesia and Senegal.
A main objective of the ICT4Ag track of the Innovation Factory (IF) programme was the development of innovative concepts of how technology can benefit small-hold farmers in the local context.
25 experts from African partner countries participated in the "ICT in the Agricultural Value Chain" exposure seminar including field trips and case studies and expert presentations.
Exposure seminar: "ICT in the Agricultural Value Chain" 2018 in Bavaria, Germany