the introduction of improved agronomical practices and advanced technologies will be central information and communications technologies ict for instance can be used to inform smallholders about new farming techniques and market prices world bank a as well as to improve livestock traceability deloitte maximizing output while minimizing negative impacts on the environment additional investments in research and development rd will be crucial in increasing productivity but better dissemination and adaptation of existing technology in different agroecological regions will also need to be part of the solution