SMALL AND MEDIUM DAIRY FARMERS: EXPECTATIONS AND NEEDS FOR ICT ON THE
FARM
Andra-Sabina NECULAI-VALEANU, Ioana POROSNICU
Abstract.
Information and communication technologies (ICT) are shaping sectors
worldwide, including agriculture. This research investigates small and medium
dairy farmers (SMDFs)' expectations and requirements for ICT deployment on
their farms, by assessing available literature and prospective research topics
to give insight on the possibilities and problems related with ICT adoption in
this sector. ICT has the potential to impact the dairy industry by enabling
SMDFs to improve production, profitability, and animal welfare. Addressing
SMDFs' expectations and needs, including cost, usability, connectivity, and
training, is vital for ensuring that ICT becomes a positive change driver in
the small and medium dairy farm sector. Our research aimed to
systematically review existing literature on the expectations and needs of
SMDFs regarding ICT deployment on their farms.
Keywords: dairy farms; TIC; digital transformation;
productivity; animal welfare.
DOI 10.56082/annalsarsciagr.2024.1.27
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Volume 13 No 1 2024