The Mnzeru Mkupangwa mobile app, which uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), was launched in response to the challenges faced by Malawian farmers due to crop diseases and a lack of agricultural knowledge.
The App enables farmers to swiftly detect plant diseases using only a smartphone camera, transforming access to agricultural expertise in Malawi.
Malawian farmers have historically had limited access to latest farming expertise, according to a World Bank assessment critiquing their delayed adoption of modern farming techniques.
The Mnzeru Mkupangwa App overcomes this gap by focusing on Malawi's agricultural sector, where only 7% of the population is commercial farmers, yet 24% of this group continues to live in poverty.
Crop diseases contribute to significant economic losses—up to 40% in some cases. By providing real-time disease identification, the app aims to mitigate these losses, helping farmers secure more reliable yields and improve their economic stability.
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