Agrobilim.kz
Repository of scientific evidence on animal husbandry and veterinary science, and plant growing
Description
Agrobilim.kz consolidates scientific evidence on animal husbandry, veterinary science, plant production and food processing. The repository features research in various subsectors, e.g. sheep breeding, grain production, resource-saving technologies, vegetable growing, cotton growing, forage production, aquaculture, beekeeping, plant protection, fruit growing, and rice growing, and more.
Technology
The repository contains three thematic areas, namely animal husbandry, plant production, food prcessing with the total of 14 subtopics to choose from. Upon choosing a particular topic, visitors can examine the brief description, research institutes involved, and project cost of the research. The website also summarizes the findings of the research such as the main advantages in terms of productivity, yield, efficiency, stability, cost and performance among others. Some databases are also available for download in pdf.
Target
The main users of Agrobilim.kz are farm advisors and academic institutions.
Business model
The repository is fully free to use.
Impact
The initiative acts as a measure of indirect support for agricultural producers. According to the website, Agrobilim.kz helps in stabilizing the agricultural sector and standard of living of the rural population through the constant increase in product competitiveness and labour productivity.
Partners
National Agrarian Scientific and Educational Center
Four Betters
Better production
Better nutrition
Better environment
Better life
