ICT Flashcards
1
Q
What are the benefits of social media for knowledge exchange? (4 points)
A
- Knowledge exchange (Philips, 2021) study – Facilitates problem solving
- Access information outside of local/national setting can allow for stimulating individual and collective learning
- Valuable for Innovation
- Knowledge which is not readily available is developed
2
Q
What are the barriers to farmers engaging with apps?
(4 points)
A
- Taking too long to set up or learn how to use
- High Cost
- Lack of phone/internet coverage
- Lack of apps relevant to enterprise
3
Q
How can social media be used in agriculture?
(4 points)
A
- Network Building (Multi- sectoral)
- Discussion
- Knowledge Exchange
- Access information outside of local/national setting
4
Q
What are the main reasons farmers use social media? (4 points)
A
- Self training – Use SM as a source of knowledge on their farm system, particularly if they are new to the practices
- Reassurance – Reinforces farming identity and builds a sense of community. Farmers feel able to share mistakes and feel supported.
- Extending – Extend on groups that exist in real life, generally via WhatsApp or closed Facebook Groups.
- Transmission – Providing information for others
5
Q
How can precision farming contribute to sustainability? (5 points)
A
- PF facilitates a reduction in fertilizer and pesticide use
- Potential to reduce costs and environmental damage
- Reduced fuel consumption due to machine guidance
- Reduction of negative externalities
- Evidence of benefits varied
