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Agriculture 4.0: Technological adoption, drivers, benefits and challenges in Italy. A descriptive survey
No full textThis study aims to examine the current state of awareness regarding Agriculture 4.0 (A4.0) among Italian agricultural enterprises and to analyse variations in adoption levels, expressed needs, perceived benefits, challenges and barriers to digitalisation. Drawing on data from a descriptive survey conducted among Italian farms in 2024, this study presents findings from 1,248 respondents. The results indicate varying levels of adoption of A4.0 solutions, with monitoring systems and connected vehicles being the most widely implemented. The primary drivers for A4.0 adoption include farm management, operational control, and the enhancement of production efficiency, all of which are associated with significant perceived benefits. However, challenges such as limited interoperability and skill shortages hinder A4.0 implementation, while financial and structural constraints remain major barriers for farms seeking to transition to A4.0. This study offers valuable insights to inform policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers in fostering a more effective and inclusive digital transformation in the Italian agricultural sector
Patterns of Diversification in Rural Household Incomes: Evidence from a Longitudinal Study in Uttar Pradesh
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The social sustainability of European agriculture facing old and new challenges. Issues, methods and policies
No full textThis introduction to the Special Issue connected to the 13th Annual Conference held in Bari in 2024 frame the theme of social sustainability in agriculture and presents the content of the issue
Intention to use AI-Based Camera Systems in German Pig Farming: An extended technology acceptance model
No full textThis study explores the factors influencing German pig farmers’ intention to use (ITU) AI-based camera systems in livestock farming. This research utilized an extended Technology Acceptance Model. Data from 185 farmers were analyzed through structural equation modeling, revealing that ease of use (β=0.276), innovation tolerance (β=0.398) and personal innovativeness (β=0.101) notably impact ITU. Concerns over data ownership and transparency showed limited effects, and perceived job relevance (β=0.355) enhanced acceptance. Expected transparency of AI camera systems had strong influence on perceived ease of use (β=0.419). A gradual integration of the factors showed that perceived usefulness has a strong influence on ITU but is superimposed by the factor job relevance in the modelling process. With an R2 of 0.749, the model has high explanatory and predictive power. These insights underscore the importance of user-centric design and transparency in AI technology deployment in agriculture. Although the ITU AI camera systems in pig farming depends on its ease of use and transparency, it also depends on the personal characteristics
Agricultural Economics Literature (Volume 11)
No full textIssue features include: Signed Reviews – Descriptive Notes and Abstracts – Selected List of Recent Reviews – Partial List of State and Regional Planning Board Publications – Bibliographies – State Publications – U. S. Department of Agriculture Publications, Economic in Nature – New Periodicals – Periodical Articles – Notes. Book reviews included: Denmark, The Cooperative Way (F. C. Howe) --- Agricultural Organization in New Zealand; A Survey of Land Utilization, Farm Organization, Finance and Marketing (Horace Belshaw, D.O. Williams, F.B. Stephens, E. J. Fawcett, & H. R. Rodwell) --- Agrarkrisen und Stockungsspannen zur Frage der langen "Welle" in der landwirtschaftlichen entwicklung, (Siegfried von Ciriacy-Wantrup) --- Three Years of the Agricultural Adjustment Administration (Edwin G. Nourse, J. S. Davis & J. D. Black) --- Sugar; A Case Study of Government Control (J. E. Dalton) --- World Trade and Its Future (Sir James A. Salter)
From Food Waste to Food Value: Consumer Acceptance and Policy Support for Upcycled Foods
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Forestry and Jobs: Our Forests Can Contribute to Postwar Employment
No full text[Contents:] Kinds of Forest Work (Expansion and Improvement of Fire Protection – Control of Destructive Forest Insects and Diseases – Watershed Protection and Flood Control – Construction and Maintenance of Forest Roads and Trails – Reforestation – Timber-Stand Improvement – Forest-Range Improvement – Fish and Game Development – New Recreation Facilities) --- What About Private Forest Lands --- Benefits of Postwar Forest Work --- Postwar Plans (Permanent Jobs – How Will the Costs Compare with Benefits? – How About Our Children?