How does AgriSpin go about describing agricultural innovation processes? A new report from the scientific team delivers the analytical framework on which the Cross Visits will be based.

The conceptual framework presented in the report aims to facilitate the exchange of existing knowledge on innovative approaches in agriculture, agricultural supply chains and rural areas.

The proposed method
By summarizing and drawing conclusions from the reviewed literature, the scientific team of AgriSpin proposes operational definitions and an understanding of terms and concepts relevant for the AgriSPIN project.

Specifically, the content of the report focuses on identifying words, concepts and topics which the research team believes will form the core of the exchanges during the Cross Visits.

Dialogue and learning among all project partners are at the heart of the AgriSpin project. The analytical framework will help the participants link their practical experiences in AgriSpin to theory in general, as well as communicate in a coherent way throughout the Cross Visits.

Content of the report
The research teams’ reflections on what constitutes crucial words, concepts and topics for AgriSpin are organized into three sections. They highlight:

  • a structural perspective on innovation components (chapter 3)
  • a dynamic perspective on innovation components (chapter 4) and
  • a selection of concepts related to innovation support services (chapter 5)

Overall goal of AgriSpin
By systematically exploring innovation intermediaries’ practices and support services in agriculture and rural development across Europe, AgriSpin strives to help create a stimulating environment for innovations.

Read the report
Please download the report to check out the conceptual framework of AgriSpin.