CONTRIBUTION OF DIGITAL PLATFORMS IN DISSIMINATION OF INNOVATIONS AMONG RURAL FARMERS IN SOUTHERN TARABA, AGRICULTURAL ZONE, NIGERIA

Pilinga Niyonga Makunga, Bulus Godiya, James Bala Dibah · 2026 · Open MIND

Summary. Digital platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, and YouTube effectively disseminate agricultural innovations to rural farmers in Nigeria, improving yields and market access. However, poor internet connectivity, high data costs, and unstable electricity severely limit adoption. Younger farmers, smallholders, and full-time farmers adopt these platforms more readily. Strengthening ICT infrastructure and reducing data costs are essential for sustainable digital extension services.

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Makunga, P. N., Godiya, B., & Dibah, J. B.. (2026). CONTRIBUTION OF DIGITAL PLATFORMS IN DISSIMINATION OF INNOVATIONS AMONG RURAL FARMERS IN SOUTHERN TARABA, AGRICULTURAL ZONE, NIGERIA. Open MIND. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19566376

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DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19566376
Countries: Nigeria
Regions: Africa
Categories: broadband-and-digital, agtech, innovation-networks
Added: 2026-04-28