Why it’s crucial to digitalise the agriculture sector

Every sector of the economy has been affected by digital technology, and agriculture is not an exception.

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The least digitalized sector of Uganda is the agriculture sector

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The value chain is still being hampered by the insufficient adoption of technology, innovations, and mechanization.

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Platform "Community Pass" to improve the livelihood of remote communities

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Held under the theme "Fostering Resilient Commercial Agriculture for Agro-Industrialization & Wealth Creation"

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The show was geared towards encouraging digitalization in all sectors by farmers and other players.

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Digitalization of agriculture is a priority for meeting the food challenges.

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especially for women, in the agricultural value chain.

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especially for women, in the agricultural value chain.

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