Agricultural sector in Uzbekistan is undergoing rapid modernization driven by institutional reforms and mounting pressure to ensure sustainable land and water resource use. This study investigates the adoption and impacts of four sustainable agricultural practices (SAPs) promoted for sustainable...

Despite the recognized importance of agricultural extension approaches and farmers' innovation in addressing challenges within the agrifood sector, the existing literature on how these extension approaches influence farmers' innovativeness remains fragmented. This fragmentation provides limited...

This study evaluates the income effects of China’s Major Agricultural Technology Collaborative Extension Program (MATCEP) using CFPS panel data and a Difference-in-Differences model. The purpose of this study is to evaluate how large-scale collaborative agricultural extension affects...

The government of Bangladesh undertook National Agricultural Technology Program (NATP) for sustainable socio-economic development through common interest group (CIG) approach. This program aims to build farmers' capacity to embrace improved agricultural technologies with a view to improving...

This study examined the mediating effects of green innovation on the relationship between green absorptive capacity and agripreneurs' intention to adopt precision agriculture. This study was conducted in Tanzania, following a literature gap in the concept of green practices in the agricultural...

Peanut is Kenya's second most important legume after beans, primarily grown in the Nyanza and Western regions. This study maps the peanut value chain in Kenya, aiming to identify key actors, quantify costs and value addition, and outline constraints and opportunities, with a view to upgrading...

This study employs an experimental approach to estimate both the direct and indirect effects (i.e. spillovers) of an agricultural technology adoption program on small landholder farmers in Bolivia. Specifically, the evaluation focuses on the second phase of the "Creación de Iniciativas...

Ullmanna s.r.o., a Czech-based start-up founded in 2019, leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to develop precision agriculture solutions, tackling key challenges faced by farmers. The company's goal is to revolutionise non-chemical weed control by providing farmers with scalable,...

Robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital farming have the potential to revolutionise EU agriculture, forestry and rural areas. Digital and data technologies can help farmers and foresters work more efficiently and sustainably, cut costs, improve working conditions and increase...

Robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital farming have the potential to revolutionise EU agriculture, forestry and rural areas. Digital and data technologies can help farmers and foresters work more efficiently and sustainably, cut costs, improve working conditions and increase...

This paper delves into the significant impact of micro-irrigation systems on agricultural sustainability in India. By analysing the evolution of micro-irrigation, government schemes promoting its adoption, case studies on benefit-cost analysis, challenges faced, and success stories, this paper...

Low agricultural productivity in developing countries is attributed towards the low and inefficient use of chemical fertilizers. Fertilizer demonstrations have been a useful extension tool to change the farmers' awareness and perception towards the right use of fertilizer application. About 180...

Agricultural production in Kenya is predominantly rain-fed and highly vulnerable to climate variability and change. Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) is thus being promoted with the aim of increasing agricultural productivity, adapting to the changing climate, and reducing greenhouse gas...

Biofortified crops have been identified as a vital remedy for hunger and micronutrient deficiencies among rural agro-based populations in developing countries. Nevertheless, the adoption of these crops remains limited due to farmers' lack of knowledge about their benefits. In Malawi,...

Africa faces a dual challenge of persistent un and under- and informal employment-especially among youth and women-and environmental degradation exacerbated by poor waste management. Tailored organic waste management can represent a strong solution to promote both decent work and environmental...

The objective of this study is to explore the propensity of wine growers to implement precision agriculture technologies in their core business. The investigation will focus on the main cognitive, social and risk factors affecting this intention. The Technology Acceptance Model, TAM2, integrated...

The agricultural economy plays an irreplaceable and crucial role in ensuring national food security, promoting stable economic growth, and fostering harmonious social development. Agricultural technology innovation (ATI) and rural industrial structure transformation (RIST) are key drivers of...

Innovative smart technologies are essential for managing agricultural waste effectively, but farmers' adoption of such approaches is still difficult. Here, we provide a fresh viewpoint by differentiating how farmers react to simplicity-oriented versus gamification-oriented designs in smart...

In contemporary discourse, Nigeria's reliance on its oil sector is proving insufficient for sustained economic growth. The volatility of oil prices, geopolitical tensions, technological advancements, and environmental sustainability concerns have exposed the vulnerabilities of an oil-dependent...

Research background: The commitment of manufacturers in research and development activities (R&D) and the realization of technological innovations have become effective means of stimulating economic growth. Purpose: The objective of this research is to diagnose R&D activities and innovations...

A major challenge for countries dealing with conflict and instability is encouraging the use of farming technologies and natural resource management practices that are climate-smart. These practices boost productivity, build resilience to climate challenges and thus contribute to other...

At the beginning of 2024, the Academy of Sciences of Moldova began hearings on reports on the results of scientific research in the field of agriculture, biology and food security for the period 2020-2023. Major importance was given to the results of the technological transfer, achieved during...