This book explores the challenges and opportunities of digital communication and participation in agricultural and rural development, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights how digital technology has become essential for managing development projects, while also exposing gaps, such as the exclusion of marginalized groups with limited access to these technologies. The volume reflects on the evolving role of participatory practices in addressing global issues like food security, rural well-being, and environmental challenges, offering key insights for the future of communication for development and social change