DOI: 10.18178/wcse.2024.06.017
FarmAssist: Fostering Connection in Direct Produce Exchange for Agricultural Commerce in the Philippines
Abstract— The agricultural sector in the Philippines faces numerous challenges, including limited market access, price volatility, and dependency on intermediaries. In response to these challenges, this study introduces FarmAssist, an e-platform designed to redefine agricultural trade dynamics through peer-to-peer produce exchange. The study aims to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and accessibility of agricultural trade by addressing the inherent gaps and difficulties faced by farmers. Through the development of FarmAssist, key objectives including establishing a robust peer-to-peer produce exchange platform, defining technical blueprints emphasizing scalability, security, and usability, and conducting comprehensive user evaluation using the System Usability Scale (SUS) and User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ) have been achieved. Results indicate a positive reception to FarmAssist, with high usability and user satisfaction ratings. The successful implementation of FarmAssist highlights its transformative potential in empowering farmers, fostering direct connections, and creating a more equitable marketplace in the agricultural sector.
Index Terms— FarmAssist, e-Platform, Agricultural Trade, mobile app, SUS, UEQ
William P. Rey
Mapua University, PHILIPPINES
Kieth Wilhelm Jan D. Rey
Mapua University, PHILIPPINES
Althea Jodie B. Labayan
Mapua University, PHILIPPINES
Cite: William P. Rey, Kieth Wilhelm Jan D. Rey, Althea Jodie B. Labayan, "FarmAssist: Fostering Connection in Direct Produce Exchange for Agricultural Commerce in the Philippines," 2024 The 14th International Workshop on Computer Science and Engineering (WCSE 2024), pp. 110-120, Phuket Island, Thailand, June 19-21, 2024.