Agricultural Innovations Inc.

For over 25 years, the people at the Experimental Station for Appropriate Technology (EETA) have worked directly with local farmers to develop appropriate technologies.

EETA defines appropriate technology as anything that addresses an identified need and can be developed at low cost with local materials. The results of this approach have been remarkable. EETA has developed a number of technologies that, for their simplicity, creativity, and effectiveness, serve as a model for sustainable development.

We have put together a slide show so that our visitors can view some of the interesting and important appropriate technologies developed and deployed by the people at EETA.  Below is a list of the technologies feature in the slide show:

• Pond Aerator
• Hydraulic Ram Pump
• Solar Food Dehydrator
• Coffee Depulper
• Peanut Sheller
• Egg Incubator
• "Egg-O-Scope"
• Flour Mill
• Cassava Slicer
• Meat Smoker
• CINVA RaM

Click on the Read More link below to access the slide show.

The image gallery below is a showcase of some the outputs from our GIS department.  Click on the thumbnails to see a larger version.

As you review these photos, keep in mind that each map is an example of a solution to a unique set of problems and challenges. Problems vary, and so too do their solutions. Remember, Agricultural Innovations uses GIS to meet the needs of our clients, whatever those needs might be.

The video below is an audiovisual summary of our Apiculture Bolivia Project. To learn more, please visit our Current Projects page

In June of 2008, Frank Aragona and Noemi Castro of Agricultural Innovations traveled to Holistic Management International's West Ranch learning site.  Located just outside of Ozona, in the heart of West Texas, the West Ranch is a prime example of the difficulties and opportuntities ranchers face in this magnificent but rugged landscape. 

For a week's time we worked with Ranch managers Peggy and  Joe Maddox to further their efforts in monitoring and data management.  The image gallery that follows is a selection of photos from our time on HMI's West Ranch.