Análisis del estado actual de la adopción de prácticas agroecológicas

Arnaldo Vergara-Romero; Rafae Sorhegui-Ortega; Nazaret M. Montilla-López; Manuel Arriaza

doi:10.31637/epsir-2024-1806

Authors

Arnaldo Vergara-Romero University of Córdoba https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8503-3685
Rafae Sorhegui-Ortega Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7882-5246
Nazaret M. Montilla-López University of Córdoba https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9265-1892
Manuel Arriaza University of Córdoba https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4138-9249

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2024-1806

Keywords:

agroecology, sustainability, adoption of practices, drivers, biodiversity, agroecological practices, technological innovation, public policies

Abstract

Introduction: This research analyzes the current state of the adoption of agroecological practices worldwide. Methodology: Through a review of scientific publications from 1990 to 2024, the main trends, factors, and drivers influencing the adoption of agroecology are identified. Results: The results show that most research has been conducted in the last five years, with a significant focus on sustainability, climate change, and biodiversity. Discussions: Structural barriers such as the lack of favorable public policies and the need to integrate innovative technologies with traditional knowledge to facilitate the adoption of these practices are highlighted. Conclusions: Future research should focus on the long-term impact of agroecological practices and on creating policies that encourage their implementation.

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Author Biographies

Arnaldo Vergara-Romero, University of Córdoba

PhD candidate in Social and Legal Sciences at the University of Córdoba and FPI Fellow (Research Staff Training) awarded by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation. Holds a Master’s degree in Economics and another Master’s degree in Strategies for Rural and Territorial Development.

Rafae Sorhegui-Ortega, Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador

PhD in Economic Sciences from the University of Havana and Director of Research at the Bolivarian University of Ecuador. Undergraduate and postgraduate Lecturer-Researcher.

Nazaret M. Montilla-López, University of Córdoba

PhD in Agricultural, Food, Forestry, and Sustainable Rural Development Engineering from the University of Córdoba. She has participated in several research projects, including five at the European level, five under the National Plan, and one Regional project. Additionally, she has undertaken research stays at prestigious institutions, both international and national, such as the Cranfield Water Science Institute (CWSI), the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), and the University of Salamanca.

Manuel Arriaza, University of Córdoba

PhD and Master’s in Agricultural Economics from the University of Reading (UK). Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics, Finance, and Accounting at the University of Córdoba.

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