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DigitOp aims to provide access to digital information services to 20% of FPDP's family farms, comprising about 30,000 members. This collaboration is not coincidental; it stems from a relationship of over 30 years between Afdi Hauts-de-France and FPDP, notably contributing to the development of potato cultivation in the mountainous region of Foutah Djallon in Guinea.
The motivation behind this project is twofold: to economically support local young farmers and to curb emigration. Many see agriculture as an opportunity for prosperity at home rather than seeking distant horizons. Despite stereotypes, Guinean farmers are already equipped with smartphones and show a keen interest in digitalization.
DigitOp aims to capitalize on this inclination by creating an online technical and legal library, along with a database on agricultural prices and markets. In partnership with the International Green Africa organization, the project aims to facilitate local producers' access to crucial information such as inputs, sales conditions, and technical advancements.
Stimulating local agriculture through digital technology
This shift to digitalization marks a departure from traditional communication methods like email sharing. Now, farmers use WhatsApp for quick and efficient exchanges. This transition represents a real lever to boost agricultural commerce in a country where communication infrastructure is often lacking.
DigitOp is a long-term endeavor with a three-year implementation period. The official launch of the project last October marked the beginning of a fruitful collaboration among local stakeholders, international partners, and telecommunication operators. This synergy promises to transform Guinea's agricultural landscape sustainably by propelling it into a digital era full of hope for youth and economic development.
