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In the entire book efforts has been made to explain the practical application of modern ICTs for transfer of agriculture technologies. I have focused on systematic presentation of various ICT tools with their applications by different organizations. Deep understanding of modern ICT tools and techniques would enable extension workers, scientists, teachers, students and researchers to work efficiently for wellbeing of the farming community. The book will prove useful and informative for officials of government and non-government organizations working for transfer of agriculture technology; teachers and students of agriculture and allied sectors; Officials of Krishi Vigyan Kendras and agriculture universities; Scientist and researchers of agriculture extension and rural development. Overall the book is constructive for Teaching, Research and Extension in the agriculture and allied fields.
Preface
1. Information and Communication Technology – An Overview
Meaning and Definitions
Importance and Capabilities of ICT
ICT Need in Changing Agricultural Scenario
Challenges for Agriculture Extension System
2. Modern ICT Tools and Techniques
Computer
Laptops
Tablet PCs
Smart phone
Cell phone
Kisan Call Centre
Information Kiosk
Interactive Whiteboards
Internet
Websites
Webpage
Web Portal
Digital TV
Scanners
Personal Digital Entertainment Devices (PDEs) and MP3 Players
Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs)
3. Type of Networks
What is Computer Network
Why Networking
Classification of Networks on the Basis of Scale Method
Personal Area Network (PAN)
Local Area Network (LAN) Campus Area Network (CAN)
Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Global Area Network (CAN)
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Classification of Networks on the Basis of Connection Method
Ethernet
Wireless LAN
Power line Communication
Networking of Networks (Internet)
Intranet
Extranet
Internet
Hardware Components for Networking
Network interface cards
Repeaters
Hubs
Bridges
Switches
Routers
Advantages of Internetworking
4. Cellular Phone Services and Applications
Krunalkumar C. Kamani and Yogesh R. Ghodasara
History of Cell Phone
Components of Mobile Phone
Why Mobile Phones are Called Cell Phones
How Cell Phone Works
Types of Mobile Phone
Advantages of Mobile Phone
Disadvantages of Mobile Phone
Benefits of Mobile Phone Application to Agriculture
5. Expert System: An ICT Tool for Better Farming
Why Expert Systems ?
Some Basic Concepts
How Expert System Takes Decision
Expert Systems in Agriculture
Rice-Crop Doctor
Rapeseed-Mustard Expert System
EXOWHEM: Wheat Expert System
IGFRI Expert System
Maize Expert System
Expert System on Mushroom
Expert System of TANU
Expert System for Rice
Expert System for Coconut
Expert System for Sugarcane
Banana Expert System
Expert System for Cattle and Buffalo
Expert System on Sheep and Goat
Expert System on Poultry
Six-Vegetable Expert System
Sprayer Nozzle Selection and Sizing–Expert System
Weed Control Systems
SEMAGI
Farm Nutrient Management Expert System
Farm Planning Systems
Expert System to Diagnose Chilling Injury Symptoms on Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Expert System for Soil Erosion Control Planning
Field Master
Fertigation Expert System
Disorder Remediation Expert System
POMME
CALEX
Agroforestry Expert System
The Central Laboratory for Agriculture’s Expert Systems (CLAES)
Advantages of Artificial Expertise
Limitations of Expert Systems
Conclusion
References
6. Knowledge Management
Introduction
What is Knowledge Management (KM)?
Data, Information and Knowledge
Explicit and Implicit Knowledge
Why Knowledge Management
Why Knowledge Management in Agriculture
Steps Involved in Knowledge Management Process
The Three Pillars of Knowledge Management
Role of Information Professionals in Knowledge Management
Skills Requirement of Information Professionals
Challenges for Information Professionals
Benefits of Knowledge Management
Conclusion
References
7. Websites and Web Portals: Dedicated ICT Tool for Agriculture Extension
Website versus Web Portal
SMS Portal for Indian Farmers
Agmarknet Portal
aAQUA (almost All Questions Answered)
Agropedia
AgRIS
AgRISNet
ARISNET (Agricultural Research Information System Network)
DACNET
HORTNET (Horticultural Informatics Network)
SeedNet India Portal
E-KRISHI KIRAN
Digital Green: Participatory Videos for Agricultural Extension
e-Krishi Vipanan
e-Sagu (e-Cultivation)
IFFCO Kisan Sanchar Limited (IKSL)
KISSAN - Karshaka Information Systems Services and Networking
iKisan’s
E-Krishi
Agriwatch Portal
Intelligent Advisory System for Farmers (IASF)
India Kisan Webportal
ITC e-Choupal
Tara Haat
LISNET
PPIN
Other Indian Agricultural Websites
8. ICTs for Agriculture Development in North East India
Suchiradipta Bhattacharjee, Rebekka Syiem and R. Saravanan
North East India: An Overview
ICTs initiative in North East India
e-Arik
Model e-Village
m4agriNEI
Community Information Centre (CIC)
Intelligent Advisory Services to Farmers (IASF)
Kisan Mobile Advisory Service
KIRAN
Kisan Call Centre
Conclusion
References
9. Mobile Phone as ICT Tool
Why Mobile Phone for Agriculture Extension Service
IFFCO Kisan Sanchar Limited (IKSL)
Fisher Friend Project
RML’ SMS Service
AGMARKNET’s E-Alert
TCS’ mKrishi
How does mKrishi Work?
Objectives of mKrishi
vKVK
aAqua Mini
E-Mausam SMS Service
Kisaan SMS Portal
Kissan Kerala
Nokia Life
Behtar Zindagi Service
Live Mandi APPs
10. Touch Screens and Information Kiosks: ICT Tool for Agriculture Extension Services
Touch Screen Kiosks
Touch Screen Technology
Types of Touch Screens
How Does Touch Screen Work
Information Kiosks
Agriculture Extension Services through Information Kiosks
Community Information Centres (CICs) Common Service Centres (CSCs)
ISRO’s Village Resource Centre
Dairy Information Services Kiosk (DISK)
MSSRF’s Village Knowledge Centres
Rural Internet Kiosks Gyandoot
Warana Wired Village
Drishtee’s Kiosks
UBI’s Village Knowledge Centres
ISAP- Community Technology Learning Centres (CTLCS)
ITC’s e-Choupal
Project Bhoomi
Grameen Gyan Abhiyan: Every Village a Knowledge Center
11. Status and Prospects of ICT Application in Agriculture
Research Methodology
Major Findings of the Study
Background Information of the Respondents
Knowledge of the Extension Personnel about ICT
Application of ICT in Agriculture by the Extension Personnel
Attitude of Extension Functionaries Towards Application of Information and Communication Technology in Agriculture
Training Needs of Extension Functionaries About Information and Communication Technology
Constraints Perceived by Extension Functionaries in Application of Information and Communication Technology in Agriculture
Possibilities of ICT Application in Agriculture for Better Prospects as Viewed by Extension Functionaries
Salient Recommendations
