Agriculture

A scoping review on incentives for adoption of sustainable agricultural practices and their outcomes

V. Piñeiro, J. Arias, et al.

This scoping review by Valeria Piñeiro and colleagues delves into the effectiveness of incentives in promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The analysis of nearly 18,000 papers reveals that short-term economic benefits drive adoption, while long-term adherence is motivated by perceived advantages for farms and the environment. Discover how technical assistance plays a vital role and how policy effectiveness is influenced by understanding farmers' characteristics.

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Abstract

This scoping review examines the effectiveness of incentives in promoting the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices and their impact on environmental, economic, and productivity outcomes. Analyzing nearly 18,000 papers, the study finds that programs linked to short-term economic benefits have higher adoption rates. Long-term adoption is strongly motivated by perceived benefits for farms or the environment. Technical assistance and extension services are crucial for promoting sustainable practices. Policy effectiveness hinges on considering the target population's characteristics and trade-offs between economic, environmental, and social outcomes.

Publisher

Nature Sustainability

Published On

Oct 12, 2020

Authors

Valeria Piñeiro, Joaquín Arias, Jochen Dürr, Pablo Elverdin, Ana María Ibáñez, Alison Kinengyere, Cristian Morales Opazo, Nkechi Owoo, Jessica R. Page, Steven D. Prager, Maximo Torero

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