Innovation, Cooperation, and the Perceived Benefits and Costs of Sustainable Agriculture Practices

Mark Lubell, Vicken Hillis, Matthew Hoffman · 2011 · Ecology and Society

Summary. Farmers' adoption of sustainable agriculture practices depends on their perceptions of benefits and costs, shaped by social networks and cooperation. The study shows that innovation spreads through farmer networks, and perceived advantages—environmental, economic, or social—drive adoption decisions. Cooperation among farmers strengthens commitment to sustainable methods, while perceived costs and risks create barriers to change.

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Lubell, M., Hillis, V., & Hoffman, M.. (2011). Innovation, Cooperation, and the Perceived Benefits and Costs of Sustainable Agriculture Practices. Ecology and Society. https://doi.org/10.5751/es-04389-160423

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DOI: 10.5751/es-04389-160423
Countries: United States
Regions: North America
Categories: agtech, innovation-networks, climate-and-environment
Added: 2026-04-28