Kamukwape's Diary

Its happening in Kigali, Rwanda at the great conference of the decade on ICT for Agriculture... 4-8 November, 2013... Have your say in how to establish a dynamic and enabling environment where ICTs for agriculture (farming, fisheries and livestock) can flourish. Be part of the debate as we discuss topics such as ICTs and value chains, advocacy and policy development, and assessing the impact of ICTs. 1. Plug and Play Day A fantastic opportunity for a valuable and very practical insight into the latest technological developments in the field of ICTs for agriculture. http://ict4ag.org/en/agenda/plug-play-day.html 2. Field Trips http://ict4ag.org/en/agenda/field-trips.html 3. ICT4AG HACKATHON Supporting ICT innovations and entrepreneurship that enhance agriculture http://ict4ag.org/en/agenda/hackathon-en.html 4. Exibition http://ict4ag.org/en/agenda/exhibition.html 5. Side Events http://ict4ag.org/en/agenda/side-meetings.html 6.Get a test of what you should expect at the Conference http:/...

The Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation (CTA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources (MINAGRI) and other key partners is organising the International ICT4Ag conference in Kigali, Rwanda, from 4-8 November 2013.  During the conference, a youth session on "Capacity Development, Youth, and ICTs In Agriculture" will take place on 5th November.   Session 10: Capacity Development, Youth, and ICTs In Agriculture  [Time:] Nov 5, 2013  [Location:] Room: Bulera  [Duration:] 13:30 - 15:00 Agriculture does not only need youth to replace the old farmer but also to bring innovations that modernise the sector and strengthen it, so that youths also benefit from it. The application of new ICTs in agriculture particularly confirms that assertion. This session will be led by a panel of four dynamic young professionals from Africa and Latin America who have launched or are involved in key initiatives in transforming the...