By FAUSTINE NGILAMore by this AuthorFaustine Ngila spoke to Amrote Abdella, the regional director for Microsoft 4Afrika, about digital platforms changing farmingWhy is it becoming important for Africa to innovate in agriculture? Just half a tonne increase in staple yields could generate a 13-20 per cent higher GDP in many developing countries. Advanced technology is rapidly transforming every aspect of agricultural operations. What can be done for Africa to move at the same speed regarding 4 IR in agriculture? With advanced technology, there is an opportunity to leapfrog the trajectory of adopting these technologies.

Source: Daily Nation January 10, 2020 17:41 UTC