Combating Fake Agro-Inputs Products in Tanzania using Mobile Phones

@article{Shao2014CombatingFA,
  title={Combating Fake Agro-Inputs Products in Tanzania using Mobile Phones},
  author={Deo Shao and Steven Edward},
  journal={International Journal of Computer Applications},
  year={2014},
  volume={97},
  pages={21-25}
}
Counterfeit) agro-inputs are causing myriad challenges to agricultural sectors in the developing countries by affecting the productivity rate. This paper analyzes the magnitude of the counterfeit agro-inputs and propose a system that integrates a mobile-based solution that helps the authentication of the agro-inputs products in Tanzania. A face to face interview with key informants in the agriculture sector and field data collection in one region were carried to understand the challenges in… 

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