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Sector study to investigate the innovation system of German agriculture
Project
Project code: 2812220003
Contract period: 01.10.2010
- 31.12.2011
Budget: 302,874 Euro
Purpose of research: Inventory & Assessment
Agricultural innovations are not only integral to the competitiveness offirms, regions and sectors, but are also essential in confronting theglobal challenges of issues such as food security, climate change, limitednatural resources, and changing consumer demands- all of which increasinglydemand further innovation. In order to master these challenges and takeadvantage of resulting opportunities, knowledge of the current innovationmechanisms is needed. The study on the innovation system of German agriculture analyzes currentinnovations at three sectoral levels: total, sub-sector and case studies.The research involved a mix of methods: secondary analysis, expertinterviews, workshops and a Delphi survey. Experts from various backgroundswithin the agricultural sector identified case studies, precision farming,animal monitoring and energy in horticulture which were ideally suited toanswer our research questions. The results are intended to inform decision makers about current innovationprocesses and system characteristics and provide options and discussionpoints for the promotion of sustainable innovations targeting the keychallenges agriculture is facing today.
Section overview
Subjects
- Agricultural Policy
- Agroeconomics
