VIRAL

Knowledge and learning app for training in ICT applications in agriculture

DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.

VIRAL was a web-based knowledge-sharing and learning app for training in ICT applications in agriculture, with support provided jointly by practitioners and academicians with ICT expertise. The app was designed as a user-friendly application for the co-creation and transfer of knowledge, and was a product of the Vitalizing ICT Relevance in Agricultural Learning (VIRAL) project which sought to expand the use of ICT in the Western Balkan agricultural communities.

TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.

  • Desktop/web-based application

VIRAL was an application for the sharing of information on ICT applications in agriculture, with content in written and video formats.

TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.

  • Smallholder farmers
  • Medium size farms
  • Large size farms
  • Public sector
  • Private sector
  • Academia and research institutions
  • Civil society organizations

VIRAL served the Western Balkan agricultural community of agricultural students, professionals and experts who accessed the app primarily for its educational content and knowledge sharing.

Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.

  • Fully free

VIRAL was funded by the Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency of the European Commission. All materials were free.

ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.

VIRAL is no longer active, but the initiative intended to provide free training materials foster knowledge and skill development related to the use of ICTs at all levels of agriculture.

PartnersOrganizations and stakeholders involved in the initiative.

University of Banja Luka; University of Mostar Džemal Bijedić; and many others.

Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.

  • Better production
  • Better nutrition
  • Better environment

Sustainable Development GoalsSustainable Development Goals associated with the initiative.

  • SDG 4: Quality education
  • SDG 9: Industry, innovation, and infrastructure
  • SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production
  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the goals
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