A new wave of Tanzanian farmers—known as agripreneurs—are reshaping agriculture by integrating cutting-edge precision agriculture technologies through green tech innovation.
A recent study by Ismail Juma Ismail of the University of Dodoma reveals the key drivers behind this transformation, offering deep insights into how green innovation and knowledge absorption shape technology adoption in the sector.
Precision agriculture, a data-driven approach to farming, enables optimized resource use, such as water, fertilizer, and energy. However, the adoption of such technology depends not only on availability but also on a farmer’s capacity to understand, absorb, and implement sustainable innovations.
This concept, referred to as green absorptive capacity, is at the heart of Ismail’s research.
Study Finds That Green Innovation Strengthens the Link Between Knowledge and Adoption of Smart Farming Tools
Published in the journal Innovation and Green Development, the study highlights how green innovation acts as a powerful bridge between agripreneurs’ awareness of sustainable practices and their readiness to adopt precision agriculture.
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“If green innovation is reinforced among agripreneurs through the proper development of green absorptive capacity, agripreneurs will be positively inclined to adopt precision agricultural technology,” Ismail explains.
The findings have broad implications not only for agriculture but also for the energy sector. By improving efficiency and minimizing waste, precision agriculture reduces farming’s carbon and energy footprint. The technology also enhances resilience against climate change by leveraging predictive data to adjust farming strategies proactively.
For Tanzanian agripreneurs, the study serves as both a validation and a guide. It encourages them to invest in understanding sustainable practices and apply that knowledge through innovation. Ultimately, this approach leads to greater productivity, environmental sustainability, and economic gains.
As global challenges around food security, climate change, and energy use intensify, Tanzania’s model could become a template for sustainable agriculture across Africa and beyond. It also reinforces the role of education, innovation, and policy support in building an inclusive green economy.