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Lack of access to modern agricultural practices and technology hinders small-scale farmers in developing countries from improving their yields and livelihoods. Access to improved practices and technology can increase productivity, incomes, food security, and more sustainable food systems. A small-scale farmer in rural Ghana struggles with limited access to information and resources, facing challenges like pests, drought, and low yields.

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Lack of access to modern agricultural practices and technology hinders small-scale farmers in developing countries from improving their yields and livelihoods. Access to improved practices and technology can increase productivity, incomes, food security, and more sustainable food systems. A small-scale farmer in rural Ghana struggles with limited access to information and resources, facing challenges like pests, drought, and low yields.

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Lack of access to modern agricultural practices and technology hinders the

ability of small-scale farmers in rural areas of developing countries to improv


their yields and livelihoods.

Why: Improved agricultural practices and


technology can help to increase small-scale
farmers' productivity, incomes, and food
security, as well as contribute to more
sustainable and resilient food systems.
Nzema

A small-scale farmer in rural Ghana, struggles with


limited access to information and resources to improve
his farming practices, leading to challenges such as
pests, drought, and low yields.
• Factual information: According to
the World Bank, smallholders and
family farmers produce about 80% of
the world's food, yet often lack access
to modern agricultural practices and
technology.
•  The Food and Agriculture Organization of
the United Nations reports that women make up
nearly half of the agricultural workforce in
developing countries, yet often face gender
disparities in access to resources and technology.
•  Digital technologies such as mobile
apps and SMS services can help to provide
small-scale farmers with access to
information and resources, including weather
forecasts, market prices, and best practices.
• Using the McKinsey Problem-Solving
Framework, we can break down the problem
into smaller components such as limited
access to information and
technology, financial constraints, and cultural
and social barriers.
• Solution 1: Develop and distribute low-cost,
appropriate technology such as drip irrigation
systems and mobile-based soil testing kits to
improve small-scale farmers' access to
technology.
• Solution 2: Establish community-based
extension services and farmer field schools to
provide small-scale farmers with training and
information on best practices for sustainable
and productive farming.
• Solution 3: Leverage digital
technologies such as mobile apps
and SMS services to provide small-scale
farmers with access to information and
resources, including weather forecasts,
market prices, and best practices.
As a small-scale farmer like Kofi, I want to be able to access weather forecasts
and market prices on my mobile phone so that I can make informed decisions
about when to plant, harvest, and sell my crops.

Acceptance criteria:
• The mobile app should be accessible on basic mobile phones
with limited internet connectivity.
• The app should provide accurate and up-to-date information on weather
forecasts and market prices.
• The app should be user-friendly and easy to navigate for small-scale
farmers with limited education and digital literacy.
Measurement:
To measure the impact of our solutions, we would
track changes in small-scale farmers' yields,
incomes, and access to information and resources
over time. We would also conduct surveys
and focus groups to gather feedback on the
effectiveness and usability of our solutions.
Return to the WHY: :
Improved access to modern agricultural practices and
technology can help small-scale farmers like Kofi to
improve their livelihoods, increase food security, and
contribute to more sustainable and resilient food
systems.
Appendix 1:
• Small-scale farming is a critical source of livelihood for millions of people in developing countries, but these
farmers often face significant challenges in accessing resources and support to improve their productivity and
incomes.
• Organizations and initiatives are working to address these challenges and support small-scale farmers in
accessing modern agricultural practices and technology, including government-led programs, NGOs, and private
sector initiatives.
• Successful initiatives have focused on providing small-scale farmers with access to mobile-based extension
services, weather information, and market prices, as well as improving access to drought-tolerant crop varieties
through biotechnology.
• Technology and information can be valuable tools for supporting small-scale farmers, but addressing
underlying structural barriers, such as land tenure insecurity and access to markets, is also critical to achieving
long-term improvements in their livelihoods and well-being.
Appendix 2::

Target audience - small-scale farmers in rural


areas of developing countries, as well as
organizations and individuals interested in
supporting their access to modern agricultural
practices and technology. User persona - Kofi, a
small-scale farmer in rural Ghana.

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