Description
Agroecology Map is an open and free-to-access platform for the sharing of agroecological practices and knowledge. It highlights the community's collective efforts in promoting sustainable agriculture through ecological principles. There are currently 472 practices listed on the platform.
Technology
- Mobile app
- Online community
- Desktop/web-based application
Agroecology Map can be accessed online through a browser or mobile application and is supported on Mastodon (https://social.agroecologymap.org/@AgroecologyMap). Users can submit their own agroecological practices or search for information, which can be exported in different formats (CSV, JSON and GeoJSON) for analysis by interested parties.
Target
- Public sector
- Private sector
- Academia and research institutions
- Civil society organizations
- Farm advisors
Various users may find the platform beneficial, including farm advisors, academia, etc. As of June 2024, 778 users in 544 locations have registered on the platform.
Business model
- Fully free
The platform is openly available to all users and is supported by volunteers with a passion for agroecology.
Impact
The platform aims to strengthen and promote access to agroecology networks.
