"Canada is not short of agricultural innovation. We are short of adoption and scaling. Public investment in research only delivers value when producers can confidently adopt new practices, pointing to risk, cost, and return on investment as key barriers."
"Even strong research can fall flat if it isn't effectively translated for producers. There's a broader system issue, where research too often begins without producer input and ends without adequate support for implementation."
"Involving producers from the outset improves relevance and increases the likelihood of adoption, while also pushing researchers to consider real-world economics, not just scientific outcomes."
Canadian agriculture faces challenges in bridging research and real-world impact. The conversation highlights that while innovation exists, adoption and scaling are lacking. Key barriers include risk, cost, and return on investment. Effective communication and early collaboration between researchers and farmers are essential for improving relevance and increasing adoption rates. Involving producers from the beginning ensures that research addresses real-world economics, enhancing the likelihood of successful implementation and value delivery.
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