Ultimately, the success of smart farming in sub-Saharan Africa will hinge on education, connectivity and financing, all of which depend on governments. A growing number of start - ups and non - profits are disseminating innovative precision farming techniques among farmers in Africa , helping to transform the continent ’s largest industry and potentially alleviate poverty for millions , reported Charlie Mitchell in the Financial Times .
A growing number of start - ups and non - profits are disseminating innovative precision farming techniques among farmers in Africa , helping to transform the continent ’s largest industry and potentially alleviate poverty for millions , reported Charlie Mitchell in the Financial Times .