How innovative is your agriculture? Using innovation indicators and benchmarks to strengthen national agricultural innovation systems

David J. Spielman, Regina Birner · 2008

Summary. This paper develops a framework for measuring agricultural innovation in developing countries by adapting the innovation systems approach. It identifies potential indicators to benchmark national agricultural performance, reviews data sources and construction methods, and provides guidance for policymakers and development partners seeking to design evidence-based policies that strengthen agricultural innovation systems.

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Spielman, D. J., & Birner, R.. (2008). How innovative is your agriculture? Using innovation indicators and benchmarks to strengthen national agricultural innovation systems. https://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/2008/01/9727458/innovative-your-agriculture-using-innovation-indicators-benchmarks-strengthen-national-agricultural-innovation-systems

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