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The approach involved designing and implementing technology promotion events in the UPSCALE focal regions as nodes to expand to new potential areas as informed by the results of other linked Work Packages (WP).

The e-Granary platform was customized with add-on features that support registration of new farmers and bulk messaging to registered farmers, including a user-friendly farmers’ feedback interface. An overview of the platform, customization and integration with the UPSCALE Knowledge Exchange Hub (KEH) as well as the dissemination plans and campaigns/messaging schedules are outlined in the report.

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🎓 20 PhD scholarships are now open for up to 4 years, starting April/May 2026.
👩 Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply, with additional support available for special needs.
More information here: http://www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz/reforest/

🎄Happy Holidays from the UPSCALE project!

We’d like to thank our partners, farmers, researchers and communities for their dedication to building more resilient, sustainable and inclusive food systems.

✨ We look forward to continuing our journey together in the new year!

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