Introducing FarmEasy, a groundbreaking mobile application designed to revolutionize the agricultural sector by providing real-time technical support to farmers. Developed as part of the Artificial Intelligence for Agriculture and Food Systems Innovation Research project, sponsored by the African Technology Policy Studies Network, IDRC Canada, and Sida, FarmEasy aims to empower smallholder farmers in Nigeria and beyond.
FarmEasy offers a wide range of features to assist farmers in their day-to-day operations. It enables them to conveniently record and manage their expenses, while also facilitating effective marketing of their products to a broader audience. By eliminating the need for intermediaries such as retailers and middlemen, the app helps farmers secure better prices for their goods and reduces transportation risks.
Moreover, FarmEasy serves as a comprehensive agricultural extension system, catering to the specific needs of rural farmers. It provides real-time information on fertilizer availability, weather forecasts, disease and pest identification, and treatment options. This integration of extension services within a mobile application is a first of its kind in Nigeria, benefiting farmers, researchers, and extension agents alike.

The FarmEasy app is the result of a collaborative effort between the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) and Professor Chinenye Anyadike, who acted as the project lead organization and Principal Investigator. Educare Limited, led by Alexander Onyia as the Co-Principal Investigator, played a crucial role in the development and deployment of the app.
The FarmEasy app represents a remarkable public-private-research partnership, committed to the responsible development of AI and IoT tools to enhance agricultural and food production in Nigeria and across Africa. Experience the future of farming at your fingertips by downloading FarmEasy from the Google Play Store today.