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Sustainability-Oriented Innovations and Smart Farming Technologies in Wine Value Chains: Assessing their Impact on Sustainability Performance

Aikaterini Kasimati
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George Papadopoulos
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Valentina Manstretta
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Marianthi Giannakopoulou
,
George Adamides
,
Damianos Neocleous
,
Vassilis Vassiliou
,
Savvas Savvides
,
Andreas Stylianou
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Version 1 : Received: 15 March 2024 / Approved: 18 March 2024 / Online: 18 March 2024 (09:53:52 CET)

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Kasimati, A.; Papadopoulos, G.; Manstretta, V.; Giannakopoulou, M.; Adamides, G.; Neocleous, D.; Vassiliou, V.; Savvides, S.; Stylianou, A. Case Studies on Sustainability-Oriented Innovations and Smart Farming Technologies in the Wine Industry: A Comparative Analysis of Pilots in Cyprus and Italy. Agronomy 2024, 14, 736. Kasimati, A.; Papadopoulos, G.; Manstretta, V.; Giannakopoulou, M.; Adamides, G.; Neocleous, D.; Vassiliou, V.; Savvides, S.; Stylianou, A. Case Studies on Sustainability-Oriented Innovations and Smart Farming Technologies in the Wine Industry: A Comparative Analysis of Pilots in Cyprus and Italy. Agronomy 2024, 14, 736.

Abstract

Addressing the urgent sustainability challenges in the wine industry, this study explores the efficacy of sustainability-oriented innovations (SOIs) and smart farming technologies (SFTs) across wine value chains in Cyprus and Italy. Employing KPIs for a rigorous assessment, the research delves into the environmental, economic, and social impacts of these technologies. In Cyprus (SIP7), the integration of digital labelling and smart farming solutions led to a substantial reduction in pesticide usage by up to 75% and enhanced the perceived quality of wine by an average of 8%. Italy's SIP10 witnessed a 33.4% decrease in greenhouse gas emissions, with an additional benefit of a 5.3% improvement in intrinsic product quality. Notably, SIP10 also introduced a carbon credit system, potentially generating an average annual revenue of €4,140 per farm. These findings highlight the transformative potential of SOIs and SFTs in promoting sustainable practices within the wine industry, demonstrating significant advancements in reducing environmental impact, improving product quality, and enhancing economic viability. The study underscores the critical role of innovative technologies in achieving sustainability goals and provides a compelling case for wider adoption within the agricultural sector.

Keywords

Sustainability-oriented innovations; Smart farming technologies; Wine value chains; Behaviour innovation; Collaborative business modelling innovation; Data-driven technological innovations; Key Performance Indicators; Sustainability assessment

Subject

Environmental and Earth Sciences, Sustainable Science and Technology

Copyright: This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

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