The Malawi Digital Plant Health Service (MaDiPHS) CKAN is an open-source data management system designed to facilitate the collection, management, and dissemination of agricultural data in Malawi. Hosted at https://ckan.madiphs.org/, it serves as a centralized repository for datasets related to agronomy, crop pests and diseases, landforms, soil conditions, weeds, weather, and other agricultural knowledge resources.

Data Cataloging:

MaDiPHS CKAN organizes datasets and knowledge products, making them easily searchable through metadata and tags such as pests, diseases, and crops.

Accessibility:

By adhering to FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable) data principles, it ensures that agricultural data is readily available to researchers, policymakers, and farmers.

Integration:

The platform integrates data from various sources, including national, regional, and global inputs, to provide comprehensive information for targeted and efficient pest and disease management of selected crops in Malawi.

Browsing Datasets:

Users can explore available datasets by visiting the MaDiPHS Knowledge Library . The platform provides filters and search functionalities to locate specific data based on keywords, tags, or organizations.

Accessing Data:

Once a dataset of interest is identified, users can view detailed metadata, including descriptions, formats, and usage rights. Many datasets are available for direct download, facilitating immediate access to valuable information.

Contributing Data:

Organizations and researchers can contribute their datasets to the platform, enhancing the repository's richness and supporting collaborative efforts in agricultural development. The platform's user-friendly interface and adherence to open-source standards make data submission straightforward.