To tackle climate change and food security, Kenya has launched the Kenya Agricultural Observatory Platform (KAOP), offering farmers real-time, location-specific advice.
KAOP is an integrated online platform that utilizes geo-data from satellites to predict precipitation and temperature patterns.
By analyzing this data, the platform can deliver tailored agro-advisories to farmers, helping them make informed decisions about their crops.
These advisories cover a wide range of topics, including crop varieties, soil preparation, sowing rates, irrigation, fertilization, pest and disease control, harvest timing, and storage options.
The platform is designed to be accessible to all farmers, regardless of their technical expertise.
KAOP is available as both a mobile app and a web application, ensuring that farmers can access the information they need from anywhere.
The user-friendly interface makes it easy for even those with limited digital literacy to navigate the platform and benefit from its services.
Farmers across Kenya have already begun to experience the positive impact of KAOP. Many have reported improved crop yields and reduced losses due to the timely and accurate advice provided by the platform.
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