Participatory approaches for the development and use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) for rural farmers

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Joseph, M. K. [1 ]
Andrew, T. N. [1 ]
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[1] Univ Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa
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2008 IEEE INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY | 2008年
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TP [自动化技术、计算机技术];
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One of the prime ingredients for rural development in developing countries is information access. Although the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) revolution in these countries has gained momentum, most of the farming communities still have no access to value added information. The agricultural researcher and the farming community need to enhance their knowledge by increased 'farmer participation' in research. This paper makes a strong case for the use of participatory approaches involving farming community for development and adoption of ICT in the agricultural sector. It acknowledges that farmers are knowledgeable and encourages researchers to work with farmers and development workers for agricultural improvements. This paper discusses how digital ICT developed by means of participatory learning and action research can spur development and eradicate poverty by providing services to farmers in rural areas. It also highlights how participatory approaches can empower collective groups of farmers and help to put decision-making in the hands of the farmers. Although no single ICT will be satisfactory for farmers, the use of a wide range of ICTs in agriculture can improve the livelihood of the farmers in rural areas and help in their socio-economic growth. The paper focuses on various participatory approaches such as participatory communication and participatory learning for effective use of ICTs in agricultural domain. It highlights how participatory approaches can assist in 'participatory information and communication technology development' for rural farming community.
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