On 28 May, at the 3rd International Open Data Conference in Ottawa, The Global Open Data in Agriculture and Nutrition (GODAN) initiative, in collaboration with the Open Data Institute (ODI), released its new research report :
How can we improve agriculture, food and nutrition with open data ?
” […] This research shows how open data enables more effective decision making in a wide range of contexts, creates innovation and promotes transparency that changes the way organisations work. This helps smallholder farmers who need access to accurate, accessible data on weather and market information to plan their crops and achieve the best yield and price. Consumers increasingly demand accurate information to make food choices and for a healthy diet […] ”
Find out more: http://www.godan.info/new-research-shows-the-impact-of-open-data-in-agriculture-and-nutrition/