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Driving Global Agricultural Transformation: The Farmer’s Pride International (FPI) Agricultural Research & Development (ARD) Project

Farmer's Pride International (FPI) proudly leads an Agricultural Research & Development (ARD) initiative at its Global Headquarters in the USA, dedicated to shaping the future of agricultural productivity, food security, and poverty alleviation. This pioneering project positions FPI as a global leader in agricultural innovation by leveraging cutting-edge research to provide actionable insights and transformative solutions for stakeholders worldwide. With its focus on data-driven decision-making, the ARD project delivers critical evidence of investments in public agricultural R&D as key indicators of long-term agricultural productivity growth and global food system resilience.

The Importance of Agricultural R&D
The ARD project addresses one of the most pressing challenges of our time—enhancing agricultural productivity in the face of climate change, resource scarcity, and population growth. Agricultural R&D serves as the bedrock of innovation, driving breakthroughs that heighten knowledge and improve technologies for sustainable farming. FPI's efforts focus on understanding the complex interplay between farming communities and production systems, emphasizing the need for a holistic and interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving. This ensures that solutions are not only technically viable but also socially inclusive and economically scalable.

A Vision for Investment and Impact
FPI's ARD initiative is a strategic opportunity for investors and funding partners to contribute to the transformation of global agriculture. With its research designed to unlock productivity gains, reduce poverty, and stabilize food prices, the ARD project offers a pathway to sustainable growth and profitability in agriculture. By supporting this initiative, stakeholders can participate in a robust framework for innovation, addressing challenges ranging from climate adaptation to food system efficiency.

Value Proposition for Investors and Funding Partners

  1. Scalable Innovations for Agricultural Growth:
    FPI's ARD project identifies and scales innovations in precision agriculture, biotechnology, and regenerative farming, creating a pipeline of solutions that promise measurable ROI for investors while contributing to global food security.

  2. Strategic Global Insights:
    Through its research, FPI provides deep insights into public agricultural R&D investments, offering valuable intelligence on emerging markets, technological adoption rates, and productivity trends that inform decision-making for governments, agribusinesses, and investors.

  3. Sustainability and Resilience:
    With a focus on sustainable practices, the ARD project drives the development of climate-smart technologies that mitigate environmental impacts and build resilience in farming systems. Investors can align their capital with initiatives that deliver both environmental and financial returns.

  4. Collaborative Impact:
    By fostering partnerships with global stakeholders, including governments, NGOs, and private enterprises, FPI ensures that its ARD project has a far-reaching impact. This collaborative approach multiplies the effectiveness of investments and accelerates the adoption of proven solutions.

SMART Goals for Agricultural R&D

To deliver tangible outcomes, FPI's ARD project is guided by SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound):

  1. Goal 1: Achieve a 25% increase in global crop yields by 2030 through the development and dissemination of climate-resilient seeds and technologies.

  2. Goal 2: Reduce agricultural water usage by 20% within 5 years by scaling precision irrigation technologies.

  3. Goal 3: Enhance the adoption of sustainable farming practices among 1 million farmers globally by 2028 through targeted training programs and capacity-building initiatives.

  4. Goal 4: Double the impact of public agricultural R&D investments by building data-driven tools and systems that measure productivity and economic returns.

Pathways to Success

FPI’s ARD project is built on a strategic framework designed to maximize its impact:

  1. Research and Innovation: Conduct cutting-edge research in areas such as genomics, AI-driven farming, and ecosystem management to develop solutions tailored to the diverse needs of global agriculture.

  2. Capacity Building: Implement training and knowledge-sharing programs for farmers, extension workers, and policymakers, ensuring widespread adoption of innovations.

  3. Technology Deployment: Facilitate the integration of advanced technologies like drones, IoT systems, and automated machinery into agricultural systems, prioritizing accessibility and cost-effectiveness.

  4. Public-Private Partnerships: Leverage collaborations between governments, NGOs, and the private sector to co-finance projects and amplify the reach of R&D investments.

  5. Data-Driven Monitoring: Establish systems to monitor the progress and impact of R&D projects in real-time, providing transparent metrics that guide continuous improvement.

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Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL)

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FPI's MEAL framework ensures accountability and adaptability throughout the ARD project lifecycle:

  1. Monitoring: Track the implementation of research initiatives through real-time data collection using advanced analytics and satellite imagery.

  2. Evaluation: Conduct periodic impact assessments to measure the efficacy of innovations and their contributions to productivity and sustainability goals.

  3. Learning: Use insights from evaluations to refine research priorities, improve methodologies, and scale successful interventions.

  4. Reporting: Publish findings in global platforms to inform stakeholders, attract further investment, and foster cross-sector collaboration.

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Invitation to Investors and Partners:

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Farmer’s Pride International invites investors, funding partners, and collaborators to join this groundbreaking initiative. By investing in the ARD project, you become part of a transformative mission to redefine global agriculture through innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Together, we can drive agricultural resilience, ensure food security, and create lasting prosperity for farming communities worldwide.

For partnership opportunities, contact us at [insert contact details]. Let’s cultivate the future of agriculture together.

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Redefining Agricultural Production: Building Sustainable Food Systems and Enhancing Livelihoods:

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Farmer's Pride International (FPI) champions a comprehensive approach to agricultural production that prioritizes innovation, diversity, sustainability, and inclusion. By strategically investing in research and development (R&D), promoting equitable access to resources, and leveraging traditional knowledge alongside modern technologies, FPI seeks to revolutionize the agricultural landscape while ensuring food security and resilience against climate change.

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Prioritizing Agricultural Research and Development

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Investing in agricultural R&D enables the production of a diverse array of nutritious and affordable foods—such as vegetables, fruits, pulses, seeds, nuts, and animal products—offering consumers greater accessibility while reducing costs. Advanced research fosters innovative agronomic practices and biotechnology to enhance the nutrient density of both commercial and staple crops, addressing malnutrition and improving public health outcomes.

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FPI emphasizes the preservation of biocultural heritage and the traditional agricultural knowledge held by farming communities, particularly women, who are custodians of much of the world’s remaining agricultural biodiversity. Protecting their rights and empowering their voices ensures that this invaluable knowledge is sustained and integrated into future innovations. Additionally, agricultural policies must be adapted to prioritize diversity, nutrition, sustainability, and affordability rather than solely focusing on maximizing yields of staple crops.

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Empowering Women and Promoting Agro-Diversity:

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Women are pivotal to agricultural production, yet they often face systemic barriers to resources, time-saving technologies, and capital. FPI is committed to improving women’s livelihoods, reducing their workload, and providing access to the tools necessary for economic empowerment. By advancing gender equity, FPI contributes to more inclusive and efficient agricultural systems.

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Agro-diversity plays a critical role in addressing the challenges posed by climate change, resource scarcity, and degrading landscapes. FPI advocates for the diversification of cropping systems, crop varieties, and animal breeds to increase dietary diversity and enhance resilience. Sustainable solutions such as home gardens, intercropping, mixed animal production systems, insect farming, and aquaculture are integrated into FPI’s agricultural production model to create adaptable, environmentally sound, and profitable farming practices.

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R&D in Measuring Agri-Food Value Chain Development:

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FPI applies advanced research methodologies to evaluate and improve agri-food value chains, fostering transformative changes in global food systems. This approach is underpinned by a three-phase framework that aligns stakeholders’ efforts with economic, social, and environmental outcomes:

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  1. Measuring Performance:
    Assess the current state of value chains, focusing on economic, social, and environmental metrics. Establish a vision for an optimized future state, identifying the gaps between current and desired outcomes.

  2. Understanding Performance:
    Examine the core drivers of value chain performance, considering:

    • Stakeholder dynamics: How actors and their activities interact with one another and the broader ecosystem.

    • Behavioral economics: What motivates stakeholders in their decision-making.

    • Market linkages: How value is generated and captured within end markets.

  3. Improving Performance:
    Develop a shared vision and strategy for value chain upgrading, grounded in stakeholder collaboration and robust data analysis. Identify realistic activities and partnerships that will deliver scalable, transformative impacts, focusing on systemic improvements across the agricultural value chain.

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SMART Goals and Objectives for Agricultural Production:

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Specific Goals:

  1. Enhance access to affordable, nutrient-dense food by increasing agricultural productivity and crop diversity by 30% in the next 5 years.

  2. Empower 1 million women farmers globally by providing them with access to time-saving technologies, capital, and training by 2028.

  3. Preserve and integrate traditional farming knowledge into 50% of new agricultural R&D initiatives by 2030.

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Measurable Objectives:

  1. Reduce the cost of healthy foods in target communities by 20% within 3 years.

  2. Train 100,000 farmers annually in agro-diverse farming practices, emphasizing sustainability and resilience.

  3. Partner with 10 governments and 50 private-sector organizations to invest in scalable, sustainable agricultural innovations over 5 years.

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Achievable Pathways:

  1. Strengthen collaborations between governments, research institutions, and NGOs to pool resources for R&D and policy development.

  2. Deploy innovative financial models, such as microloans and blended financing, to enable farmers’ access to technology and capital.

  3. Leverage technology, including AI and blockchain, to optimize supply chain efficiency and transparency.

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Relevance:
Align agricultural production initiatives with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Zero Hunger (SDG 2) and Gender Equality (SDG 5).

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Time-Bound Targets:
Establish pilot projects in 10 countries within the next 3 years to demonstrate the viability and scalability of FPI’s holistic agricultural production model.

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Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL):

To ensure accountability and continuous improvement, FPI integrates a comprehensive MEAL framework into its agricultural production initiatives:

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  1. Monitoring: Regularly track progress on productivity, cost reductions, and sustainability indicators through digital tools and field reports.

  2. Evaluation: Conduct biannual impact assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of policies, technologies, and practices implemented.

  3. Learning: Incorporate findings from evaluations to refine strategies, promote best practices, and share knowledge across global networks.

  4. Reporting: Provide transparent updates to stakeholders and investors through detailed performance dashboards and case studies.

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Call to Action:

Farmer’s Pride International invites investors, development partners, and policymakers to join in revolutionizing agricultural production for a sustainable and equitable future. Together, we can transform agricultural value chains, empower communities, and create a resilient global food system.

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Value Chain Measurement.

Transforming Agricultural Research and Development (R&D) for a Resilient and Equitable Future;

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At Farmer’s Pride International (FPI), the focus of research and development (R&D) is to address the critical challenges faced by the world’s poor and disadvantaged communities. With an emphasis on improving productivity and managing natural resources, FPI’s R&D efforts encompass a wide range of areas, including food crop innovation, biodiversity conservation, forestry, agroforestry, livestock management, aquatic resources, soil and water nutrient optimization, water management, and agriculture-related policy development. Additionally, FPI is dedicated to strengthening scientific capacity within developing countries, creating pathways for sustainable progress and equitable development.

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Evolving Agricultural R&D for Changing Global Dynamics:

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The landscape of agricultural R&D is shifting rapidly, with significant implications for global poverty, hunger, and socio-economic outcomes. Middle-income countries are emerging as key players in agricultural innovation, driven by increased public investment in R&D. This growth positions these nations as competitive producers of agricultural innovations and products. However, high-income countries continue to hold an advantage in innovation due to robust private-sector R&D investment. Balancing this dynamic requires strategic public-private partnerships that bridge innovation gaps and enhance equity in global agricultural systems.

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Public investment in agricultural R&D remains crucial for global food security and environmental sustainability. Despite the high economic returns associated with agricultural R&D, the sector is characterized by long-term time horizons and delayed impacts. The lag between R&D investment and realization of benefits underscores the need for stable and sustained funding, particularly in regions like Sub-Saharan Africa, where volatility in public agricultural R&D expenditure is prevalent. To address this challenge, FPI is committed to fostering partnerships, creating innovative funding mechanisms, and advancing policies that stabilize and enhance R&D investments worldwide.

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SMART Goals for Agricultural R&D:

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Specific:

  1. Strengthen agricultural R&D capacity in 15 developing countries by 2030, focusing on innovative crop production, biodiversity conservation, and resource management techniques.

  2. Enhance access to advanced agricultural technologies for 10 million farmers through collaborative R&D efforts by 2028.

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Measurable:

  1. Achieve a 25% increase in crop yields and resource efficiency in pilot regions through R&D-driven innovations within 5 years.

  2. Develop 20 scalable solutions for climate-resilient farming practices by 2027.

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Achievable:

  1. Partner with 50 research institutions, governments, and private-sector entities to co-develop sustainable agricultural technologies.

  2. Secure $1 billion in R&D funding through public and private investments by 2030.

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Relevant:
Align with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Zero Hunger (SDG 2) and Life on Land (SDG 15), by advancing sustainable agricultural practices and preserving biodiversity.

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Time-Bound:
Implement 10 flagship R&D projects in Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia within the next 3 years to address region-specific challenges in food security and resource management.

 

Pathways for Implementation:

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  1. Partnership Development: Establish collaborations with global research institutions, universities, governments, and private enterprises to foster innovation and resource sharing.

  2. Innovative Funding Mechanisms: Leverage blended finance, grants, and public-private partnerships to ensure stability and scalability of R&D initiatives.

  3. Capacity Building: Strengthen local research capacity by providing training programs, scholarships, and technology transfer initiatives in developing countries.

  4. Policy Advocacy: Work with governments to implement policies that encourage sustained investment in agricultural R&D and incentivize private-sector participation.

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Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL):

 

Monitoring:
Track progress through key performance indicators (KPIs) such as farmer adoption rates of R&D-driven innovations, improvements in crop yields, and resource efficiency metrics.

Evaluation:
Conduct annual evaluations of R&D projects to assess their impact on productivity, environmental sustainability, and economic outcomes.

Learning:
Analyze evaluation results to identify best practices, address gaps, and inform future R&D strategies. Establish a knowledge-sharing platform to disseminate findings to stakeholders globally.

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Reporting:
Provide detailed updates to stakeholders, funders, and partners through periodic reports, dashboards, and case studies highlighting successful R&D initiatives.

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Call to Action

Farmer’s Pride International invites investors, policymakers, and development partners to join us in transforming agricultural R&D into a powerful driver of global food security, poverty alleviation, and environmental sustainability. Together, we can build a resilient agricultural future that benefits all.

 

FPI-I invests much of its resources in bringing good results as it implement the RUAIPP , for great results we have borrowed ideas from FAO's Agroecology Principles stated on the diagramdiagram below:

Agroecology Principles.

Expanding Agriculture Economics in the Context of Innovation and Economic Development:

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Agricultural economics plays a critical role in shaping global food systems, reducing poverty, and fostering sustainable development. Farmer’s Pride International (FPI) is committed to leveraging innovation in agricultural economics to address systemic challenges while enhancing productivity and sustainability. This strategy outlines how FPI approaches agricultural economics through targeted activities, SMART goals, pathways, and Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL) frameworks.

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Key Activities in Agricultural Economics:

To address the challenges of underinvestment and constrained technological choices, FPI identifies several critical activities:

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1. Research & Development (R&D) in Agricultural Economics

  • Economic Modeling: Develop advanced models to assess the economic viability of emerging agricultural technologies and systems.

  • Resource Use Optimization: Conduct studies on the efficient use of land, water, and other natural resources.

  • Market Analysis: Analyze local, regional, and international market dynamics to create actionable insights for farmers and agribusinesses.

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2. Capacity Building & Training:

  • Train farmers in financial literacy, budgeting, and business management to enhance economic decision-making.

  • Develop courses for policymakers on the economic impacts of agricultural innovations and sustainable practices.

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3. Policy Advocacy & Institutional Reform:

  • Advocate for public investment in agricultural R&D to address market failures.

  • Support the establishment of agricultural innovation funds and tax incentives to drive private-sector participation.

 

4. Promotion of Technological Innovations:

Research and promote cost-effective technologies for precision farming, renewable energy integration, and post-harvest loss reduction.

  • Partner with tech firms to create mobile platforms for real-time pricing, market access, and economic decision-making tools.

 

5. Enhancing Rural Infrastructure:

  • Support the development of transportation, storage, and market linkages to reduce transaction costs for rural farmers.

  • Advocate for rural electrification to power agro-industries and reduce energy costs.

 

6. Economic Diversification Strategies:

  • Promote value addition in agricultural products to increase incomes.

  • Encourage diversification into high-value crops, livestock, and aquaculture to reduce dependency on traditional staples.

 

7. Community Engagement:

  • Facilitate participatory approaches to identify community-specific economic challenges and opportunities.

  • Support cooperatives and farmer organizations to enhance collective bargaining power.

 

SMART Goals for Agricultural Economics

 

Specific:

  1. Establish 20 regional economic hubs to support agricultural innovation and market integration by 2030.

  2. Implement financial literacy programs reaching 1 million farmers by 2028.

 

Measurable:

  1. Achieve a 30% increase in average farmer incomes in target regions by 2030.

  2. Reduce post-harvest losses by 25% through technological interventions by 2027.

 

Achievable:

  1. Secure $300 million in funding for agricultural economic research and development by 2026.

  2. Partner with 50 institutions globally to co-develop and implement economic strategies for farmers.

 

Relevant:

  1. Align with SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).

  2. Address challenges in resource-constrained and climate-affected regions.

 

Time-Bound:

  1. Establish policy frameworks for sustainable agricultural economics in 10 countries by 2027.

  2. Train 50,000 policymakers, extension workers, and researchers in agricultural economics by 2028.

 

Pathways to Implementation:

 

  1. Global Collaboration:

    • Partner with international organizations, governments, and private firms to fund and implement agricultural economic strategies.

    • Leverage FPI’s R&D HQ in the USA to provide technical expertise.

  2. Policy Integration:

    • Work with governments to design and implement policies that encourage R&D investment and sustainable farming practices.

    • Develop economic incentives to drive private-sector innovation in agriculture.

  3. Market Development:

    • Facilitate the creation of farmer-friendly markets with transparent pricing mechanisms.

    • Develop infrastructure for supply chain efficiency and minimize post-harvest losses.

  4. Technology Dissemination:

    • Use digital platforms to share research findings and provide decision-making tools to stakeholders.

    • Promote low-cost, scalable technologies tailored to the needs of smallholder farmers.

  5. Knowledge Transfer & Capacity Building:

    • Organize workshops and training sessions for farmers, policymakers, and extension workers.

    • Develop online courses on agricultural economics to reach a global audience.

 

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL)

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Monitoring:

  • Use digital tools to track progress in key economic indicators such as income growth, yield improvements, and market access.

  • Implement real-time monitoring systems to ensure timely data collection and analysis.

Evaluation:

  • Conduct baseline, mid-term, and end-term evaluations to measure project outcomes against objectives.

  • Use randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to evaluate the effectiveness of specific economic interventions.

Learning:

  • Establish feedback mechanisms to incorporate lessons learned into ongoing projects.

  • Organize annual forums for stakeholders to share insights and refine strategies.

Reporting:

  • Publish annual reports highlighting achievements, challenges, and future directions.

  • Disseminate findings through academic journals and industry publications.

 

Expected Outcomes:

  1. Improved economic resilience among farmers through diversified income streams.

  2. Enhanced global food security through increased productivity and reduced waste.

  3. Stronger public-private partnerships driving innovation and market development.

  4. Empowered rural communities with equitable access to resources and opportunities.

 

Call to Action:

Farmer’s Pride International (FPI) invites funders, investors, and partners to collaborate in advancing agricultural economics for a more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future. Together, we can harness the power of innovation to transform agriculture and uplift millions of lives globally.

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WHY A-R& D

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In the late 19th century public agricultural research institutions were set up in the advanced industrialized nations of today. These paved the way for technological change and transformation in the agricultural systems of these countries (Ruttan, 1982). In the last 50–100 years, dramatic changes in agricultural productivity and production have taken place, driven in large part by investments in public and private agricultural research (Alston and Pardey, 2014). These increases in agricultural productivity have by and large occurred across the globe, encompassing high-income (Andersen and Song, 2013; Khan et al., 2017; Thirtle et al., 2008) as well as middle- and low-income countries (Adetutu and Ajayi, 2020; Fan et al., 2000; Suphannachart and Warr, 2011), and involving their respective public sector agricultural R&D organizations. Today, nearly all countries in some form or another have national agricultural research institutes (Fuglie, 2018).

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Thus, public sector agricultural research and development (R&D) has played an important role in increasing agricultural total factor productivity (TFP) across countries (Fuglie, 2018; Rawat and Akter, 2020). These past patterns of growth in agricultural productivity have had important implications for food security and poverty (Alston et al., 2009a). In current times the role for agricultural R&D has expanded further. From boosting agricultural productivity and improving food security, agricultural R&D is now also viewed as a powerful means to ensure environmental sustainability and tackle climate change (Acevedo et al., 2018). The former through interventions and innovations that can minimize ecological damage while increasing productivity (Swaminathan, 2017); the latter through research that focusses on combatting potential threats and adverse effects arising from a mean rise in temperature, and also by mitigating the effects of global green-house gases resulting from agriculture (Lobell et al., 2013).

According to the 2019 Global Agricultural Productivity Report, in order to sustainably meet the needs of an estimated 10 billion people in 2050, global agricultural productivity would need to increase from the current average annual rate of 1.63% to a rate of 1.73% per annum (Steensland, 2019). Given the limited natural resources and degradation of the resources already in use (Fuglie, 2015), increases in agricultural productivity would need to accrue from intensification, i.e. by raising the yield per hectare. This makes the role of public agricultural R&D in raising agricultural productivity critical. Thus, stagnant or declining levels of public investment in agricultural R&D put future agricultural productivity growth at risk (Fuglie, 2015).

 

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT FUNDING 

Funding for agricultural research and development (R&D), both public and private, has decreased over the years. The success of the Green Revolution may have resulted in a complacent attitude among funding agencies. Given the recognition of the need for food and the cost of research and development, most people now view this reduction in funding as a huge mistake. Several agencies, NGOs, and private sector firms are now reversing this trend. Private funding plays an important role in taking the new developments to the farmer. However, many of the breakthroughs in research happen in the public sector. An investment in the public sector is essential to create breakthroughs in helping the world meet the food demands of the future.

FPI TASK ON AGRICULTURE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT:

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  1. Agriculture Economics

  2. The state of public agricultural R&D today

  3.  A shift in the traditional bastions of agricultural research

  4. Sustainable Food Systems and Agriculture

  5. Cluster Farming in Agriculture

  6. Agriculture in Fragile States 

  7.  Agriculture Production

  8. Integrated Management of Soil Fertility

  9. The benefits of Technology in Agriculture 

  10. AR&D in fighting poverty and Hunger in Africa

  11. Agroecology systems in Agriculture 

ADAPTIVE CAPACITY AND LOCAL ENGAGEMENT FOR IMPROVING CLIMATE CHANGE OUTCOMES

 

Agroecological approaches related to co-creation and sharing of knowledge support climate
change adaptive capacity (strong evidence, medium agreement). Multiple lines of evidence show
that engaging with local knowledge through participatory and education approaches are effective
at adapting technologies to local contexts and thereby delivering improved climate change
adaptation and mitigation.

AGROECOLOGICAL TRANSITIONS FOR LARGE-SCALE IMPACTS

Farmer co-creation and exchange of knowledge, community-based, participatory engagement,
localised solutions and social organising are the common components of field programmes for bringing agroecology to scale. Scaling agroecology systems, as opposed to practices, made
more use of participatory and farmer-to-farmer processes and the role of policy, according to the
research. Scaling also relied on market and policy measures that privileged local production.

AGROECOLOGY
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Recommendations

We recommend Investment in the analysis of performance across multiple dimensions and trade-offs for approaches aligned with agroecology relative to other agricultural development approaches, at plot and farm levels, as well as beyond. This should include cost-effectiveness. Valuation of a range of agroecological benefits can be hard to quantify (e.g., environmental and social benefits), and
economics often reflects the current policy context and short-term horizons.

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We recommend investments in an outcome-based approach to assessing the performance of agricultural development. This is to avoid contestation around what is encompassed by a specific label for an agricultural alternative, and instead, assess performance in terms of environmental services and climate change response.

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Therefore, evidence-based priority investments is required that  include:

  • The diversification of products and practices at field, farm and landscape levels.

  • Processes that support farmer innovation, co-learning and adaptation of innovations to local contexts.

  • Move beyond contestation regarding what is agroecology and alternative labels. Focus instead on assessing outcomes of agricultural development approaches and building on indicator frameworks newly available (TAPE, Sustainable Intensification (SI) Assessment Framework).

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To address urgent knowledge gaps, research priorities include:

 

  • Barriers and how to enhance opportunities for scaling out of diversification and local adaptation processes, across landscapes and regions, through multiple agricultural development pathways

  • Research in tropical and low-income countries on climate change adaptation to extreme weather
    and quantitative assessment of mitigation outcomes at multiple scales.

  • Scientific documentation of the effectiveness of agroecological approaches compared to
    alternatives, including performance in terms of environmental, social and cost-effectiveness, and
    the direction of impact on climate change outcomes.

  • South-South research collaboration that includes agroecology.

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