pogoda.by

National weather information service

DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.

Pogoda.by is the national weather information service operated by Belhydromet (Belarusian Hydrometeorological Service). It provides weather forecasts, agrometeorological data, and climate information essential for agricultural planning and operations.

TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.

  • Desktop/web-based application
  • Mobile app

The service operates as a web-based and mobile application, delivering weather data from the national meteorological observation network. It includes forecasts, historical data, and specialized agricultural weather information.

TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.

  • Large size farms
  • Medium size farms
  • Smallholder farmers
  • Public sector

The service serves farmers, agricultural enterprises, and the general public. It is particularly important for planning field operations, irrigation, and crop protection activities.

Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.

  • Fully free

The service is provided fully free as a state weather information service funded through the national budget.

ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.

Access to reliable weather information supports better agricultural decision-making, reducing losses from adverse weather and enabling optimal timing of field operations.

Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.

  • Better production
  • Better environment

Sustainable Development GoalsSustainable Development Goals associated with the initiative.

  • SDG 9: Industry, innovation, and infrastructure
  • SDG 13: Climate action
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