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Open Innovation in Agribusiness: Barriers and Challenges in the Transition to Agriculture 4.0

Francisco Tardelli da Silva, Ismael Cristofer Baierle, Ricardo Gonçalves de Faria Corrêa, Miguel Afonso Sellitto, Fernanda Araújo Pimentel Peres, Liane Mählmann Kipper · 2023 · Sustainability

Summary. This study examines how open innovation enables Agriculture 4.0 adoption in agribusiness. Internet of Things technology shows the strongest potential for implementation. The main barrier is insufficient operator knowledge and skills, requiring training investment. Existing technology infrastructure and system integration facilitate adoption. The authors recommend agribusiness stakeholders collaborate with engineering solution providers through open innovation frameworks to overcome barriers and accelerate the transition to digitalized farming.

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Silva, F. T. D., Baierle, I. C., Corrêa, R. G. D. F., Sellitto, M. A., Peres, F. A. P., & Kipper, L. M.. (2023). Open Innovation in Agribusiness: Barriers and Challenges in the Transition to Agriculture 4.0. Sustainability. https://doi.org/10.3390/su15118562

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DOI
10.3390/su15118562
Countries
Brazil
Regions
South America
Categories
agtech, innovation-networks, innovation-theory
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2026-04-28