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This study examines the role of enabling technologies in the agroecological transition, focusing on sustainable water management in citrus farming through the participatory approach of a Living Lab in the Inner Area of Calatino in Sicily. The an[...]
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M. Yaseen ; A. Pagano ; R. Giordano ; S. Vanino ; S. Fabiani ; V. Baratella ; V. Iacobellis ; A. Izzaddin ; I. Portoghese |The “Nexus” concept has emerged as an effective approach to natural resources management, that integrates management and governance across sectors and scales, emphasizing the need to consider interconnections and interdependencies among multiple[...]
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Agricultural carbon emissions within the European Union present complex systemic challenges requiring integrated approaches that balance environmental objectives with food security imperatives. This study examines systemic drivers of carbon emis[...]
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This study aims to investigate the potential mutual interdependence between an environment that fosters and encourages innovation and the economic performance of agricultural businesses operating in the sector. Specifically, it seeks to determin[...]
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A. Martella ; F. Pietrangeli ; E. Biagetti ; B. Pancino ; S. Franco |The aim of this paper is to enhance the well-being of marginalized areas by improving their local economy, considering the correlation between socioeconomic marginalization and environmental sustainability. These two objectives are at the core o[...]
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Climate change is forcing a fundamental revision of water management in agriculture, particularly in Mediterranean viticulture. In Italy, rising average temperatures, irregular rainfall patterns, and the frequent occurrence of extreme events are[...]
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R. Pergamo ; L.A. Folino ; M. Ferrigno ; M. Furini ; M. Hamam ; V. Manganiello ; A. Manzoni ; A. Pesce ; B. Rocchi |Safeguarding water resources has become a strategic need to maintain the viability of agricultural operations, which are significantly reliant on water accessibility. The urgency of this requirement is amplified by the manifest effects of climat[...]
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Farmland abandonment in Italy is closely linked to rural depopulation; however, the current agricultural policies have proven insufficient to counter it. Research has identified its drivers and effects, but their interconnections and societal im[...]
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A. Arzeni ; C. Cardillo ; R. Henke ; R. Sardone |This paper analyses the prevailing entrepreneurial profiles within Italy’s professional agricultural sector, using data from the 7th Italian National Institute of Statistics (ISTAT) Agricultural Census, 2020. Access to micro-data from the comple[...]
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V. Niccolucci ; M.M. Kemda ; M. Marchi ; G. Cai ; C. Montefrancesco ; S. Parri ; A. Di Noi ; E. Alberti |The Italian wine industry, while economically significant, is also associated with environmental impacts, including the over-exploitation of water resources and the deterioration of water quality. As a result, water management has become an incr[...]
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S. Falasco ; G. Ferla ; B. Mura ; P. Caputo |Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in the sustainability of the agricultural sector, particularly in regions like Italy, where farmers are usually small-scale, family-run and highly diverse in production practices. Despite t[...]
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C. Piccini ; S. Vanino ; C. Di Bene ; A. Marchetti ; R. Farina |Soil organic carbon (SOC) is a key indicator used to evaluate cropping systems, as it reflects long-term productivity, sustainability, and environmental impacts like carbon sequestration. Diversifying crops within intensive farming systems is a [...]
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M. Amato ; A. Coppola ; M. Furno ; F. Verneau |Gender disparities persist in the agricultural sector, particularly in entrepreneurial income, where women earn less than their male counterparts. In the European Union, systemic barriers-such as unequal access to land, capital, and resources-li[...]
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In recent years, the topic of urban food policies has attracted considerable interest within the scientific community, also in relation to the Green Public Procurement and the recent Minimum Environmental Criteria. These criteria promote organic[...]
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O. Gava ; S. Sturiale ; M. Gallardo ; D.B. Guerrero ; D. Buyuktas ; G.E. Aslan ; A. Laarif ; T. Bouslama ; A. Navarro ; L. Incrocci ; F. Bartolini |Agriculture 4.0 technologies, including digital tools, e.g., the Internet of Things and Cloud Computing, promise significant environmental and economic benefits for intensive farming systems like greenhouses. However, their social impacts remain[...]
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S. Scaramuzzi ; F. Danese ; L. Casini ; G. Piracci |The transition of food systems towards more sustainable organizational models is increasingly positioning Short Food Supply Chains as a key channel to value the specific attributes of local products, while also meeting the growing demand for div[...]
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S. Alali ; V. Vaglia ; S. Bocchi ; A. Schievano ; M. Betti ; P. De Marinis |Agroforestry Systems are gaining attention as a sustainable alternative to conventional agriculture, yet there is a lack of practical methods to guide their design by integrating ex-ante participatory ecosystem services (ESs) assessment. This st[...]
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Climate change poses increasing challenges to Reclamation Consortia, which must ensure equitable and sustainable water distribution under conditions of growing scarcity. This study evaluates supplemental irrigation management strategies adopted [...]
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S. Salata ; A. Arcidiacono ; S. Corsi ; C. Mazzocchi ; A. Fedalto ; D. Riccobene |Lombardy is Italy's leading region in primary agricultural production, yet it faces a significant decline in agricultural soil, primarily due to urban expansion. This land consumption largely affects arable areas, as land is repurposed for low-d[...]
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Water reuse is a promising strategy to mitigate water scarcity in Mediterranean agriculture yet its uptake remains limited due to low public acceptance, high treatment costs and strict safety regulations. While innovative technologies are emergi[...]
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M.F. Aslam ; S. Masia ; D. Spano ; V. Mereu ; M. Debolini ; R.L. Snyder ; A. Borgo ; A. Trabucco |Water scarcity is one of the foremost concerns for the agricultural sector due to limited water resources, increasing water demand, and climate change. Currently, the agricultural sector accounts for 70% of global freshwater withdrawals, and an [...]
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Agrivoltaics (APV) mitigates land-use competition between photovoltaic installations and agricultural activities, thereby supporting multifaceted policy objectives in energy transition and sustainability. The availability of organic residuals fr[...]
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S. Bispini ; R. Ievoli ; M. Conti ; A. Belliggiano |The Optional Quality Term (OQT) "Mountain Product" aims to promote mountain food products. This term can be beneficial for the economy of mountain regions, as it allows them to distinguish their products and can protect consumers from fraud, cou[...]
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F. Arfini ; F. Bartolini ; A. Carbone ; T. Castellotti ; S. Coderoni ; R. Cortignani ; R. DA'nnolfo ; G.D. Guccione ; M. Donati ; F. Galli ; R. Henke ; G. Mazzocchi ; A. Monteleone ; M. Raggi ; A. Pesce ; M.R.P. Dandrea ; B. Rocchi ; D. Romano ; R. Sardone ; F. Sotte ; S. Targetti ; C. Zumpano |In early 2025, the European Union launched a new phase of dialogue on the future of agricultural and food policies, aiming to move beyond the sustainability-centred narratives of the Green Deal and Farm to Fork strategy. The initiative, grounded[...]
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Italian farmers' preferences for adopting agriculture 4.0 technologies: a choice experiment analysis
Digital ("Agriculture 4.0") technologies can improve both sustainability and productivity; however, their uptake in Italy remains uneven, partly due to fragmented farm structures and limited digital readiness. Grounded in the Theory of Reasoned [...]
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Climate change is expected to reduce water availability during cropping season, while growing populations and rising living standards will increase the global water demand. This creates an urgent need for national water management tools to optim[...]
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In recent years, gastronomic tourism has emerged as a powerful driver of territorial enhancement, intertwining food, culture, and local development. This study explores the case of the Cerda Artichoke, an emblematic agrifood product of northwest[...]
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A. Scuderi ; G. Chinnici ; C. Zarbà ; M. Cammarata ; R.M. Gravagno |The Sicilian blood orange, a Protected Geographical Indication product, represents a significant production sector for the Sicilian territory. In this context, the objective of this paper was to conduct a sustainability assessment comparing the [...]
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G. Modica ; M. Pollino ; G. Messina ; S. Lanucara ; S. Praticò |CONTEXT - Effective and sustainable agricultural land management is essential for developing agriculture and food production. Olive trees are among the most significant cultivated plants in the Mediterranean region. Yet, they are especially vuln[...]
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Challenges in developing climate adaptation strategies arise from the uncertainty and fragmentation of climate change knowledge, as well as the involvement of many actors with varying values and interests. This study, using a system perspective [...]
