Innovations and new promises of change and development in rural territories. The experience of rural areas in Argentina
Marcelo Sili
What the paper says
Abstract Significant innovation processes are taking place in the rural territories of Argentina, with the potential to transform the prevailing model of agribusiness into a more diverse and resilient rural model. This study examines these innovation processes—grouped into four major categories—along with the limiting factors and their possible implications for rural areas, and the requirements for these innovations to move beyond a niche stage and evolve into a new model of rural development. The methodology is based on multilevel analysis drawing on 105 surveys conducted with technical referents in several rural areas of Argentina, particularly in the Pampas region. A key driver of innovation is the emergence of a new culture and a return to nature. The findings also show that innovations are interconnected, generating new dynamics. To move beyond the niche stage and consolidate new development models, the following would be needed a priori: new types of policies focused on rural issues, new forms and practices for promoting rural development, land-use planning strategies, improved infrastructure and rural connectivity, and higher levels of training and knowledge development.
Evidence weight
Balanced mode · F 0.40 / M 0.15 / V 0.05 / R 0.40
| F · citation impact | 0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20 |
| M · momentum | 0.50 × 0.15 = 0.07 |
| V · venue signal | 0.50 × 0.05 = 0.03 |
| R · text relevance † | 0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20 |
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