Laikipia
Impact Stories
Beatrice
Between December 2019 and October 2020 action research was conducted to identify user digital needs, barriers to access and use of locally relevant digital content by underserved communities especially women in Laikipia County.
Emily Muhia
“The training provided insights into climate information, helping me plan and schedule my farming activities. Knowing about the weather conditions ensures that I plant the right crops for optimal growth. Digital farming has transformed my approach to agriculture, leading to increased productivity and reduced stress.”
Gregory Urere
mphasize how these skills had transformed his ability to sell his produce.
"We learned how to earn using our phones and were taught how to create our online accounts for selling, eliminating the need for brokers. Currently, I can efficiently conduct online sales via my phone. For instance, I established my Facebook Page in November 2022, which now boasts over 900 followers, 800 likes, and two loyal customers. This platform has allowed me to successfully sell livestock, including goats and over 50 sheep, resulting in substantial earnings."
Jane Kabukuru
“The smartphone now allows me to download agricultural apps, take better pictures, market my products online, get a buyer, and receive payments through the same phone. In cooperation with the agricultural officer, we receive fertilizers to support our farming while following the smartphone agricultural practices. When you decide to buy fertilizer, you can only easily procure it if you can operate a smartphone, as you have to pay with the same”
Jane Njeri
Jane Njeri's story shone brightly as a testament to the power of digital agriculture. Her journey was not just a tale of personal success but an inspiration for all those seeking to elevate their farming endeavors in the digital age. Jane had proven that with the right tools and the right mindset, anyone could cultivate a future of abundance and prosperity in the fields of Laikipia County.
Mariamu Nasipa
“The use of a smartphone has been incredibly beneficial for us farmers. Personally, as a farmer, I've experienced significant advantages. When I want to sell livestock, such as goats, cows, or chickens, and especially chickens, since I often sold them online, the process became very efficient. ”
Rhoda Makena And Husband John Rukaria
"There is this group called ACWICT, who has taught us how to access local relevant agricultural content on the internet. And our farming has become easy because if we want to cultivate anything, be it bananas or bean. There is an app called Plantix, or alternatively, you can go to Chrome. You can check, for example, if it's beans, the seeds, the spacing, the pesticides and insecticides, and how to plant. You can also learn how to harvest and preserve, all on the phone."
Wilson Nyambesa
The impact of Wilson's endeavors reached beyond the whispering maize fields and extended to the very fabric of Lorien Ward's agricultural community. Wilson's willingness to educate others became a cornerstone of his legacy. He earned a reputation as a knowledgeable advisor and teacher in the realm of digital agriculture. His farm transformed into an informal classroom, where farmers gathered not just to witness the thriving crops but to learn the language of digital innovation.