DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.
SMART SUT is an online knowledge portal operated by the Diary Union of Kazakhstan that provides farmers, processing industry, consumers and sales entities with information related to product quality, markets, regulatory changes, recent research, relevant news, etc. The Diary Union’s expert group includes international-level professionals with many years of experience. Information presented in four categories depending on the needs of the end-user (farmers, processing industries, consumers and sales entities) and is regularly published online in the form of books, video lessons, fact sheets, etc. The Dairy Union of Kazakhstan is an association of legal entities with the declared mission of creating the necessary conditions for the integration and sustainable development of the dairy processing sector in the Republic of Kazakhstan by increasing the volume of high-quality and safe raw materials in domestic production. The works of the Union are not limited to the knowledge bank.
TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.
SMARTSUT is an online-based open knowledge portal that can be accessed by anyone via computer or mobile phone browser.
TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.
As the app provides information to farmers as well as processing industries, consumers, and sales entities, the users of the knowledge bank are diverse, and can range from small to large farmers, as well as other stakeholders in the dairy value chain.
Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.
The knowledge bank is accessible through the website by all users, without limitations.
ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.
The information provided on the knowledge portal (e.g., on government subsidies, food safety, technologies, regulations, best farming practices, as well as market analytics from the industry) can contribute to the adoption of better farming practices and sustainable business development, and to the raising of consumer awareness.
PartnersOrganizations and stakeholders involved in the initiative.
FAO; European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.
Better production
Better nutrition
