– Exploring Agricultural Decisions and Their Impact on the Safe and Just Operating Space
Published: 18 October 2024
Authors: Damilola T. Aladesuru, Lukas Cechura, Sebastian Neuenfeldt, Till Kuhn, Zuzana Smeets Kristkova, Zdeňka Žáková Kroupová, Tomas Ratinger, Alexander Gocht, Marc Müller, Hugo Storm
Journal: Q Open, qoae027
A new systematic literature review highlights how agricultural production decisions influence the Safe and Just Operating Space (SJOS), offering critical insights for policy modeling and sustainable agriculture.
The study examines three key categories of production decisions:
- On-farm technology usage: Impacts SJOS through yield-related technological choices.
- Farm structural change: Affects economies of scale and scope.
- Field structural change: Influences management efficiency and environmental outcomes.
While significant knowledge exists, the review identifies research gaps that need addressing to improve policy modelling and guide future decision-making for sustainable agricultural practices. This research is a valuable resource for policymakers and stakeholders aiming to enhance SJOS outcomes through informed agricultural strategies.
Keywords: Safe operating space, Just operating space, Planetary boundaries, Technology usage, Farm structural change, Field structural change
Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1093/qopen/qoae027
Acknowledgements: This research received financial support from the European Union under the Horizon Europe program—Food, Bioeconomy Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment, Grant Agreement No 101060075 BrightSpace.
Source: Q Open
