Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

 The applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in agricultural research, management and extension are growing. Several institutions of NARS have recognized the importance of GIS and have invested or propose to invest in establishing GIS facilities. There is growing need to build the capacity of NARS in making effective use of GIS based technologies in agricultural research and management

This course provides an introduction to the basic concepts of Geographic Information Systems and their applications in agricultural research. The course also introduces participants to the use of commonly used GIS software through manuals that allow the user to understand the basic concepts and design and develop GIS based projects