Smallholdings in developing countries have long been associated with poor farming practices, intensive labour and low income, which make the sector unattractive to a new generation of farmers. This is changing. A recent study commissioned by IICD, shows how access to ICT stimulates innovative production amongst youngsters, changes their image of farming and increases their social status. These themes are further explored in our publication, "ICT4D Effects: Youth, ICTs and Agriculture".