Joseph, a resilient refugee from the Imvepi refugee settlement, once faced numerous challenges in farming. His primary crops, maize, and sorghum, struggled due to the long maturity period and frequent floods from the nearby river. This constant battle against nature left Joseph searching for a more sustainable and productive farming solution.
One day, Joseph noticed his neighbor, Mokili, achieving great success with his vegetable garden. Curious, Joseph learned that Mokili used the iKnowFarm App for farming tips and guidance. With Mokili’s help, Joseph switched to vegetable farming. This change brought quicker harvests and better resilience to floods.
Seeing the benefits, Joseph is now saving to buy a smartphone to access the iKnowFarm App himself. His goal is to improve his farming practices and secure a better future.
Joseph’s story highlights the power of community support and technology in overcoming farming challenges. The iKnowFarm App has transformed his approach, offering hope and practical solutions for many farmers like him.
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iKnowFarm, a leading mobile application that provides agricultural extension services and digital literacy training to small-scale farmers in Uganda and beyond, has recently participated in The African Prestige Awards 2023/2024 held in Dubai at the Raffles Hotel. The mobile App emerged as the best agricultural support software of the year, winning recognition for its innovative product that teaches farmers the best sustainable farming techniques and provides extension services. The award was received by iKnowFarm’s product manager – Muhumuza Grace, who was thrilled to see the hard work of the team recognized at such a prestigious event.
The Award Ceremony
The African Prestige Awards is an event that celebrates African excellence in different industries, including agriculture. The event is attended by leading industry experts, policymakers, and business leaders from across the continent. This year’s ceremony was held in Dubai at the Raffles Hotel, and it saw several companies and organizations compete for recognition in different categories.
iKnowFarm was nominated for the agricultural support software of the year category, which recognizes companies/organizations that have developed innovative software to support farmers. The App’s product manager Muhumuza Grace Christopher, who represented the company at the event, expressed excitement at being shortlisted and hoped that the judges would recognize the company’s innovative approach to agricultural support.
After a thorough evaluation, iKnowFarm was declared the winner of the award for agricultural support software of the year. The judges were impressed by the company’s commitment to promoting sustainable farming techniques and its ability to provide extension services to farmers. The award was presented to iKnowFarm’s product manager, who expressed gratitude for the recognition and promised to continue developing innovative solutions for the agricultural industry.
About iKnowFarm App
iKnowFarm’s award-winning product is an agricultural support Mobile App designed to empower farmers with the knowledge and resources they need to improve their livelihoods and contribute to a more sustainable food system. Our user-centric approach ensures that our services are relevant and accessible to all, including women and refugees. The app provides farmers with access to extension services, including weather forecasts, pest, and disease management, and crop management advice. The app also includes a training module that teaches farmers the best sustainable farming techniques and Agro-inputs.
The iKnowFarm app team is comprised of experts from the National Agriculture Research Organization (NARO), local government, and the University body, as well as technical specialists and consultants. We are committed to transparency and inclusivity, and our values of innovation, impact, and collaboration guide everything we do. The app is easy to use and can be accessed on mobile devices (through Google Play Store), making it convenient for farmers to access information and support while on the go.
iKnowFarm’s participation and victory at The African Prestige Awards 2023/2024 is a testament to the App’s commitment to developing innovative solutions for the agricultural industry. The award recognizes the company’s efforts to promote sustainable farming techniques and provide extension services to farmers. iKnowFarm’s product manager, who received the award, expressed gratitude for the recognition and promised to continue developing innovative solutions to support farmers across Africa.
iKnowFarm app is an excellent example of how technology can be leveraged to support the agricultural industry. The app’s user-friendly interface and access to extension services have the potential to transform the lives of farmers across the continent. Its success at The African Prestige Awards clearly indicates that the App is on the right path toward achieving its mission to empower smallholder farmers in Uganda and beyond with the knowledge and resources they need to improve their livelihoods and contribute to a more sustainable food system.
