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Eco-efficiency and agricultural innovation systems in developing countries: Evidence from macro-level analysis
Christian Grovermann1,2, Tesfamicheal Wossen3, Adrian Muller2,4
1FAO-Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome, Italy.
Plos One
|April 6, 2019
Summary
Agricultural innovation drives sustainable farming. Public research boosts eco-efficiency in emerging economies, while foreign aid for extension is crucial in less developed nations, highlighting context-specific strategies.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Economics
- Innovation Studies
- Sustainability Science
Background:
- Sustainable and resilient agriculture relies on innovation, yet agricultural innovation systems are poorly understood.
- Understanding these systems is key to improving eco-efficiency in global farming.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the properties of agricultural innovation systems.
- To assess their contribution to increased eco-efficiency in agriculture.
Main Methods:
- Computed eco-efficiency for 79 countries using aggregate data and econometric methods.
- Examined factors including research, extension, business, and policy.
Main Results:
- Public research spending positively impacts eco-efficiency in emerging economies.
- Foreign aid for research showed no significant effect, but foreign aid for extension is vital in less developed economies.
- Results suggest context-specific interventions are more effective than a "one size fits all" approach.
Conclusions:
- Macro-level diagnostics can assess innovation systems' role in agricultural sustainability.
- Tailored interventions are essential for enhancing eco-efficiency globally.
- Further research is needed to overcome data limitations and refine understanding.
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