Communicating agrometeorological information to farming communities.

摘要: Agrometeorological information, used for decision making, represents part of a continuum; at the other end is scientific knowledge and understanding. Other components this continuum are collection data transforming into useful information. Information has value when it disseminated in such way that end-users get maximum benefit applying its content. This paper explores potential new information communications technologies to improve access agrometeorological The Internet will play an important role transfer In developing countries, Multi-Purpose Community Telecentres (MCTs) be equivalent supermarket. Radio can from MCTs rural areas. Using response farming as example, prototype system have wide applicability suggested. Procedures on evaluating impact provided. Future concerns about needs diverse end-users, fee basis, training intermediaries discussed. Although modern technology improved increased number continued improvements necessary ensure content adequate fulfill requirements communities. © 2000 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved.