Digital Ecosystems for sustainable digitalisation of farming

6 February 2025. How can we ensure that digital innovation in agriculture goes beyond isolated tools to create a system that truly empowers farmers and rural communities? The digital transition in agriculture requires more than technology; it demands a digital ecosystem – a space where data, tools, and expertise seamlessly come together to drive sustainable digitalisation of farming.

Based on the findings from CODECS report Analysis of Digital Ecosystems (2024), this event explored how effective digital ecosystems can facilitate this digital transition, creating an environment that fosters resilience and productivity in agriculture. In the CODECS project, digital ecosystems are defined as integrated systems combining digital, socio-economic, organisational, and physical elements, all working to support digital adoption and utilisation in agriculture. It discussed the role digital ecosystems play in structured data sharing, seamless access to digital tools, and improving resource availability for farmers and rural stakeholders.

Additionally, by examining examples of digital ecosystems across CODECS Living Labs, this webinar offered insights into the diverse configurations and impacts of digital ecosystems. 

Presentations:

• Policy pathways for inclusive digital access in agriculture – Doris Marquardt, Directorate General for Communications Network, Content and Technology (DG CONNECT)
• Digital Ecosystems: definitions and frameworks – Cynthia Giagnocavo, University of Almeria
• Living Labs case studies: real-world applications of Digital EcosystemsCzech Living Lab – Automation of Orchard Management: Vojtech Novak
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• Macedonia Living Lab – RAMAS: Mario Petkovski (AgFutura Technologies)