Digitalization in the EU Agricultural Sector: Seeking a European Policy Response

Doukas, Yannis E.; Maravegias, Napoleon; Chrysomallidis, Charalampos

doi:10.1007/978-3-031-08317-4_6

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“…In their study, Y.E.L. Doukas et al (2022) identified the current level of digitalization in the EU agricultural sector, key trends, and identified European policy responses to these challenges. The results of this work serve as a basis for further discussions and the development of strategies to improve the digital transformation of agriculture in the European Union.…”

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2024

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Рішення національної ради України з питань телебачення і радіомовлення № 1533.Ідентифікатор медіа -R30-01593Науковий журнал включено до категорії А Переліку наукових фахових видань України, у яких можуть публікуватися результати дисертаційних робіт на здобуття наукових ступенів доктора та кандидата ветеринарних, економічних, сільськогосподарських і технічних наук зі спеціальностей: 051 -Економіка; 071 -Облік і оподаткування; 072 -Фінанси, банківська справа та страхування; 073 -Менеджмент; 075 -Маркетинг;

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“…Nonetheless, the drastic change prophesied by the economy digitalization has not yet fully materialized for global agriculture systems. Given the anticipated advantages of such a change, stakeholders are calling for increased efforts to promote the digitalization of agriculture, and many EU countries view the use of digital technologies in the agricultural sector as a top priority as shown by EU policies (Green deal, from Farm to Fork) to be implemented in 2023 [3,33,34].…”

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Promoting Sustainable Agricultural Waste Management and Industrial Symbiosis through an Innovative Web Platform

Varvaringos¹,

Skourtanioti²,

Letsos³

et al. 2023

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Sustainable bio-economy is considered to be one of the most promising routes towards the transition to a circular and climate-neutral economy. The valorization industry of bio-waste and agri-food by-products represents a key player in bioeconomy. In this article the design and the development of a web platform aiming at promoting synergies enabling the agricultural waste valorization is presented. The platform consists of: (i) the AgriPLaCE Waste Management Database which provides the users with an extended list of potential utilization measures for a variety of agricultural waste streams (ii) the AgriPLaCE Synergies Tool which aims to create synergies between different actors involved in the value chain from agricultural waste production to waste treatment and new valuable products’ exploitation. At the initial stage, the conceptual design of both tools took place by conducting an in-depth analysis for the user needs and services alongside the system architecture. Following, the AgriPLaCE platform development stage took place, with the implementation of all the necessary subsystems. The results showed that multiple potential collaborations can arise by the use of the AgriPLaCE platform, while users can also deepen on alternative and emerging treatment technologies and valuable products that can derive from a wide range of agricultural waste streams.

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“…In EU countries, the ratio of permanent grassland to agricultural land was decided by national or regional authorities, with a 5% leeway [79]. Advanced digital applications and innovations, such as Blockchain, Internet-of-Things, and Artificial Intelligence, and Immerse Reality, are expected to provide effective tools to the farmers in order to achieve the above goals [80]. As an illustration, "Smart Farming" applications for intelligent-edge computing will make it easier to deploy edge capacity linked to agricultural equipment, enabling the real-time collection of agricultural data, improved services for farmers, such as harvest prediction and farm management, and the improvement of the food supply chain [80].…”

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“…Each MS is enjoined to formulate programs or incentives for farmers aimed at fostering judicious agricultural practices. The new CAP also includes an escalated allocation of resources from pillar 1 to pillar 2 for environmental and climatic policies, reflecting a 15% financial upgrade of environmental issues [80,129].…”

Section: Safeguarding Agriculture In the Face Of Climate Change: Expl...mentioning

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“…Additionally, the new CAP builds on the previous policy framework, incorporating changes that reflect the EU's increasing emphasis on environmental quality, sustainable agronomic practices, and climate action [164]. Sustainable farming practices include precision agriculture, organic farming, agro-ecology, agro-forestry, and more stringent animal welfare standards [80]. By shifting the emphasis from compliance to performance (e.g., [165]), eco-schemes, for instance, are poised to remunerate farmers for improved environmental and climatic performance, such as managing and storing soil carbon and improving fertilizer management to improve water quality and reduce emissions [166,167].…”

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Unraveling the European Agricultural Policy Sustainable Development Trajectory

Doukas,

Salvati,

Vardopoulos

2023

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Amidst growing concerns about the impact of agriculture on the environment, the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) has been overhauled to prioritize sustainable rural development in European agriculture. Based on this line of thought, the present contribution delves into the details of the CAP’s shift, focusing on the main environmental concerns faced in the policy-making framework. Grounded in a political science perspective, the current study looks at how environmental and climate change concerns were gradually elevated inside the CAP’s policy-making framework and how they helped create the “green architecture” for European agriculture. Examining the process of policy change under the lens of historical institutionalism and neo-institutionalism within the multilevel governance framework of the European Union (EU), the key role played by the gradual introduction of measures aimed at promoting measurable environmental criteria and climatic targets is highlighted. For instance, measures aimed at preserving carbon-rich soils and enhancing water resources can have positive impacts on the environment. However, these measures were also recognized to increase the cost of production for the European farmers, who faced serious difficulties in adjusting to the new framework. Within this context, this research delves into the roles played by two additional fundamental entities: the consumer and environmental activism. Additionally, the study underscores the EU’s commitment to addressing climate change and sustainable development challenges and how conditionality is being used to link funding to results. Upon analyzing the CAP’s shift, the reflection of a more flexible and rational approach is argued to be embodied by the new policy architecture. By incorporating both CAP pillars, encouraging collaboration with compatible policies, and allowing for greater adaptability in response to the unique circumstances and objectives of each member state, the CAP is taking significant steps towards sustainability and climate action. These insights into the significance and implications of the CAP’s shift towards sustainability offer valuable recommendations for future policy developments, emphasizing the need to balance environmental concerns with the needs of farmers and other stakeholders.

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Digitalization in the EU Agricultural Sector: Seeking a European Policy Response

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