AI and blockchain are coming to African farms: 4 things must happen for farmers to benefit

Researchers reviewed twenty years of studies on artificial intelligence and blockchain in African farming. They found that technical systems often overlook smallholder costs, data quality, and ownership rights. Professionals in agriculture and public policy must establish clear governance rules and economic incentives before expanding digital farm tools.

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