Improving rural livelihoods through access to knowledge
This publication focuses on using information and communication technologies (ICTs) to support of the agriculture sector in Mali. It covers the five projects in IICD Country Programme in Mali, including descriptions, impact and lessons learned.
This publication focuses on using information and communication technologies (ICTs) to support of the agriculture sector in Mali. It covers the five projects in IICD Country Programme in Mali, including descriptions, impact and lessons learned.
The agriculture sector in Mali has great growth potential, however, is being held back by lack of infrastructure and relevant information for the producers and processors of agricultural produce. Information and communication technologies have proven to be appropriate tools for enabling better access to markets, market price information and information on production methods, which can have a positive effect on the livelihoods of the people depending on the sector.
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Mali
Livelihood opportunities
Agriculture
2008