Agriculture today is increasingly knowledge-intensive, and rural communities need timely, accessible and relevant information to thrive – particularly on climate adaptation, food markets, and agricultural innovations. Inclusive Rural Communications Services (RCS) play an important role in delivering this knowledge, helping farmers work together, make informed choices and build sustainable agrifood systems. By responding to diverse needs, RCS can foster mutual learning, strengthen social inclusion and create vital linkages between rural institutions and communities. 

Different types of RCS are being deployed globally to tackle development challenges and create new opportunities through innovative, inclusive, low-cost communication solutions and services.