Sustainable development in circular agriculture: An illustrative bee↺legume↺poultry example

Rauw, W. M.; Gomez‐Raya, Luis; Star, Laura; Øverland, Margareth; Delezie, Evelyne; Grīviņš, Miķelis; Hamann, Karen T.; Pietropaoli, Marco; Klaassen, Michiel T.; Klemetsdal, G.; Gil, M. G.; Torres, Olga; Dvergedal, Hanne; Formato, Giovanni

doi:10.1002/sd.2435

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“…The relevance and strategic importance of addressing the challenges of sustainable development has led to an increased interest in justifying closedloop models for agriculture. Rauw et al (2023) see circular agriculture as the closing of food cycles and the reduction of dependence on external resources. The authors provide a basic principle for the construction of a promising circular model: "beeslegumes -poultry".…”

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Current State and Directions of Further Circular Agricultural Economy Development in Ukraine

Stepanenko,

Kuzoma,

Tymoshenko

2023

BJES

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The subject of the study is the analysis and development of the circular agricultural economy of Ukraine. Methodology. The study uses general scientific methods, in particular: theoretical generalisation; methods of positive-normative analysis and statistical analysis. The purpose is to assess current trends in the circular economy in the agricultural sector of Ukraine and to substantiate the directions of its further development. Research conclusion. Achieving the global sustainable development goals, to which Ukraine has joined, requires the search for and implementation of new business models aimed at ensuring the interests of current and future generations. The agricultural sector is of utmost importance in addressing these challenges, as it contributes to solving the problem of hunger, ensuring food security and improving the quality of life of the world's population. The article provides an overview of the current problems of development of the agro-circular economy, which is proposed to be considered as one of the tools for achieving the goals of sustainable development. The main problematic aspects that impede the intensification of agro-circular transformations in Ukrainian agriculture are identified. The article compares certain indicators of the level of agro-circularity in the EU and Ukraine. An analysis of the current state of development of the circular economy in Ukrainian agriculture is carried out. On the basis of economic and statistical models, the level of dependence of agricultural production on the use of new material resources is studied. The obtained results show low rates of development of circular processes in the agricultural sector of Ukraine and a high level of consumption of input resources. The study of the methodological basis for assessing the state of development of the closed-type agro-economy has allowed to propose the authors' vision of systematisation of indicators of the level of development of circular processes in agriculture. This systematisation was based on the identification of five main dimensions: consumption of new materials, waste volumes, agricultural waste management, economic efficiency, and state financial support. The study identified key priority areas for further development of the agro-circular economy in Ukrainian agriculture.

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Current State and Directions of Further Circular Agricultural Economy Development in Ukraine

Stepanenko,

Kuzoma,

Tymoshenko

2023

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“…The foundational principles of Circular Economy revolve around the 3 Rs: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle [7] . Circular agriculture aims to safeguard agroecosystem health, minimize waste, and optimize resource utilization while reducing energy consumption [8,9] . It emphasizes closing nutrient loops within agricultural systems, reducing reliance on external inputs like chemical fertilizers and imported feedstuffs [10] .…”

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Examining the Factors Influencing the Level of Circular Economy Adoption in Agriculture: Insights from Vietnam

Nguyen,

Minh Khue,

Tran

et al. 2024

Res. World Agric. Econ.

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The development of a circular economy in agricultural production has become a trend for many countries, especially as global natural resources worldwide are increasingly depleting. Therefore, the economic model transition to address the challenge of balancing economic growth and environmental protection, in general, and the plan for agricultural production development, in particular, is highly necessary. In this study, the authors examine the factors influencing the level of circular economy application in agriculture in Vietnam. The research employs a survey method using questionnaires to collect data from individuals and households engaged in the agriculture sector in Vietnam. Out of the 500 distributed questionnaires, 421 valid responses were collected. The influencing factors will be measured using a Likert scale, and to assess their reliability, the authors used Cronbach’s Alpha and inter-item correlation coefficients. To test the research hypotheses, the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method is utilized. The results reveal that among the factors included in the principal component analysis, financial factors have the strongest influence, followed by technological application, awareness, production scale, and finally, government policies. In summary, this study sheds light on the importance of various factors influencing the adoption of circular economy practices in agriculture. It can provide valuable information to policymakers, enabling them to make informed macro and micro-level decisions aimed at increasing the proportion of businesses applying circular economy principles in agricultural production.

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Industry 4.0 technologies as a motivator for the circular economy in foodtechs: A stakeholder perspective

Silva,

Sehnem

2024

Sustainable Development

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This study aims to analyze the Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies as motivators to circular economy (CE) in the Brazilian foodtech sector via most relevant stakeholders. The study focuses on specific startups in the foodtech sector in the Brazilian context, offering a unique perspective on a relevant niche. It explores how I4.0 technologies are fundamental in the practices adopted by foodtechs, indicating an innovative approach aligned with technological trends. About the methodology, it was carried out through interviews with nine managers of foodtechs. Other sources of data collect have been used, such as reports, presentations, folders, products catalogs, consultations in companies sites, Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin, and videos on the Companies YouTube. The results show that: (i) the I4.0 technologies are fundamental in the practices adopted by the foodtechs; (ii) the CE being internalized, supported by I4.0; (iii) CE is made possible by gathering synergy and co‐participation from stakeholders which are strategic and relevant to foodtechs; (iv) innovation factor is present in the adoption of I4.0, in the operationalization of the practices of CE and in the production of synergy among the stakeholders relevant to foodtechs; (v) the creation of new markets is also a consequence of the adoption of I4.0, the adoption of CE and the articulation of stakeholders in the context analyzed; (vi) virtualize and regenerate are the most strengthened strategies at the sphere of the analyzed foodtechs; (vii) IoT, Big Data and integration of ubiquitous and intelligent components in supply chains are the highlighted artifacts in the making of CE practices at foodtechs levels; (viii) foodtechs of food producers have shown a greater synergy and articulation of stakeholders to the success of CE supported by I4.0. The contribution of the study is associated to the legitimation of I4.0 technologies as motivators to the adoption of CE and the engagement of stakeholders to successful circular business models. The study used a qualitative approach and collected data through interviews with nine startups in Brazil. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the data. The limitations of the study include the small sample size and the focus on startups in one country. Future research should aim to explore the integration of I4.0 and the CE in larger samples, across multiple countries, and involving different types of organizations. Additionally, the study highlights the need for government support for startups in the form of funding, incentives, and regulations, as well as the importance of education and training programs to develop skills related to I4.0 and the CE. Overall, the research objectives are to understand the opportunities and challenges of I4.0 and CE integration in startups and to provide insights for policymakers and practitioners on how to foster sustainable business practices. The specificity of your study in exploring the relationship between the CE and I4.0 technologies in Brazilian foodtechs is a unique contribution. Many studies may focus on broader industries or international contexts, while yours delves into a specific, relevant niche.

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Sustainable development in circular agriculture: An illustrative bee↺legume↺poultry example

Cited by 10 publications

References 85 publications

Current State and Directions of Further Circular Agricultural Economy Development in Ukraine

Current State and Directions of Further Circular Agricultural Economy Development in Ukraine

Examining the Factors Influencing the Level of Circular Economy Adoption in Agriculture: Insights from Vietnam

Industry 4.0 technologies as a motivator for the circular economy in foodtechs: A stakeholder perspective

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