International Journal of Agricultural Resources, Governance and Ecology (3 papers in press)

Special Issue on: Bioeconomy and Agriculture Towards New Advancements Thanks to Innovative Learning and Tools

• Open Access

  Innovative tools for the agricultural information system: a conceptual framework ( Free Full-text Access )

  by Aleksandra Figurek, Elena Semenova, Alkis Thrassou, Aleksandr Semenov, Demetris Vrontis 
  Abstract: Information about the operations and production capacity of agricultural producers, on the one hand, and knowledge of how to integrate existing databases related to this sector at the micro and macro levels, on the other, can influence agribusiness policy adjustments and the creation of policies that will have the intended effects. Information exchange among government agencies, institutions, farmers, and other agricultural sector participants fosters greater understanding and expedites the settlement of issues impacting agricultural producers themselves. A conceptual framework for the agricultural industrys information system is presented in this article. Through the analysis of farm operations, the agricultural sectors based on expertise framework aims to promote the industrys expansion in a comprehensive and encompassing manner. This indicates that since they are the fundamental building blocks for creating a sizable database in this field, any organisations with information access ought to be included. When information from agricultural holding activities is combined with data from other sources, it gives agricultural producers a strong foundation for decision-making.
  Keywords: agriculture; farm; sustainability; innovation; information system; farmers associations; framework.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJARGE.2025.10072501
   
  

• Open Access

  Integrating circular economy approach into education: talent management, agricultural innovation, and bioeconomy transformation ( Free Full-text Access )

  by Arniza Ghazali, Rabeta Mohd Salleh, Fatimah Sofiah Fadzlee, Marcin Zbieć, Wioleta Sobczak-Malitka 
  Abstract: This paper examines the integration of the circular economy approach into education systems, focusing on the development of creative, critical thinking, and ethical practices among students. Circular economy, in the context of talent management and bioeconomy, offers a transformative model for addressing global challenges such as climate change and resource inefficiency. The study explores how a national educational framework, particularly in developing countries, can align talent development with circular bioeconomy needs. By analysing the intersection of education, agriculture, and circularity, the research provides insights into how curriculum redesign and strategic educational investments can foster innovation and resilience. This study has the potential to inform policy decisions and educational reforms that can contribute to sustainable national growth and the global circular economy.
  Keywords: circular economy; bioeconomy; talent development; higher education institutions; HEIs; reskilling; upskilling; circular bioeconomy; national needs-to-skill alignment; education systems; sustainability; innovative education models.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJARGE.2025.10072895
   
  

Regular Issues

• The governance of agricultural transitions: A mapping towards sustainable food systems  
  by Amanda Ferreira Guimarães, Marie Dervillé 
  Abstract: Food system sustainability requires shifting from industrial food chains towards greater diversity, inclusiveness, and environmentally friendly practices. Although localized innovations have emerged worldwide, their scope remains limited. How to scale sustainable practices remains unknown. The literature shows that such transitions require more than public policies to trigger effective changes in practices and social relations. We address this gap through interdisciplinary scientometric data analysis from 2007-2023. By combining bibliometric and semantic analyses with an in-depth reading of the literature, we map the scientific field studying the governance of agricultural transitions. We show that it is a recent research field, with accelerated growth from 2017 onwards. We distinguish two periods and find that agricultural transitions require dedicated public policies and an interplay between adaptive technical and organisational collective initiatives. The governance of agricultural transitions requires a systemic, multiscalar, and interdisciplinary approach in which territorialized processes are crucial for articulating coherent alternatives.
  Keywords: governance; agricultural transitions; sustainability; agriculture; food systems; sustainable food systems; scientometrics; bibliometrics; public policy; adaptive governance.