As millions of West African and Sahel smallholder farmers struggle with low yields and soil degradation, further disrupted by climate change, a glimmer of hope has emerged in the form of digital soil health and fertility maps to address the perennial challenges in these regions.
It isa technological innovation poised to revolutionise agriculture in the region.These cutting-edge tools offer precise, data-driven solutions to improve soil management, boost productivityand enhance climate resilience.
By integrating vast datasets from soil samples, satellite imagery, and geospatial analysis, digital soil maps provide a comprehensive understanding of soil health across the region.
This innovation, borne out of the collaborative efforts between organisations such as the International Soil Reference and Information Centre (ISRIC), iSDA soil; the Regional Hub for Fertiliser and Soil Health for West Africa…
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