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The role of social relationships in scaling agricultural innovations: A dimension that remains underreported in research

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Briefings

A 2026 study published in Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems found that while social relationships are central to agricultural research, their role in scaling innovations is rarely documented. The study calls for better understanding this dimension to improve the design, monitoring, and evaluation of scaling processes.

Key points

• A 2026 study published in Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems revealed that partnerships and institutional collaboration are prominent in climate-oriented agricultural research but their relationship with innovation scaling is rarely explicitly documented.
• The findings highlight the need to better understand the role of social relationships to strengthen the design, monitoring, and evaluation of scaling processes.

Context

Research on agricultural innovation scaling often overlooks social dynamics. This study addresses that gap by examining how social relationships influence the design and evaluation of scaling processes in climate research.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single published study from 2026. The study does not provide specific data on scaling rates, participant numbers, or causal mechanisms linking social relationships to scaling outcomes. The findings remain theoretical and do not include quantitative validation or long-term impact data.

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