From Compute to Capability: What It Really Takes to Power Farmer-Centred AI at Scale

A fast, visual tour of the “invisible layer” behind farmer-centred AI: compute, connectivity, and local infrastructure. While the spotlight is often on apps and algorithms, this talk reframes AI as a systems question — showing how cloud capacity, data centres, and digital rails determine who benefits, how fast learning can happen, and whether trust can be sustained.

Drawing on Cassava’s regional AI compute investments, the talk explores what Africa-based infrastructure makes possible: shorter feedback loops, stronger data governance, and inclusive services that can reach the last mile. The core message is simple: if we want AI to deliver real value for farmers, we must build the foundations that let intelligence move locally, decisions happen faster, and innovation scale responsibly.