Innovation Systems is a concept to help reveal and deal with the partnership and institutional issues that shape innovation processes and shape the contribution of research to that process. It recognises multiple knowledge bases, including research but also others. It is a capability to innovate, not just today but in ever-changing environments — i.e., it is a dynamic, adaptive capability. It is embedded in and defined by the institutional and policy contexts that shape the ways actors and organisations behave

1. Agricultural Innovation Systems: An Introduction Andy Hall LINK-United Nations University-MERIT Learning INnovation Knowledge Policy-relevant Resources for Rural Innovation

4. Different ways of stimulating innovation Knowledge only has meaning in its domain of existence Knowledge is truth and can be transferred Knowledge constructs INC. Interactive learning give rise to concerted action EX. Diffusion processes organised by extension/ the market Assumptions on how social impact is achieved Structured around action Research-to-“extension”-to-farmer Communication Multiple stakeholders, including research Centralised/ Science research Sources of ideas Systemic Linear Learning INnovation Knowledge Policy-relevant Resources for Rural Innovation

5. Vijaya Association: Mango Export Quantity Improvement Project Export development authority Farmers Export markets Vijaya Public Horticulture Research Private technology services Technology Market information Technology Market information Mangoes Mangoes Agricultural university Public food science research Learning INnovation Knowledge Policy-relevant Resources for Rural Innovation

11. Learning INnovation Knowledge Policy-relevant Resources for Rural Innovation

12. Clone development Rootstock development Virus diagnostics Canopy management Irrigation and drainage Climate controls/ monitoring Vineyard software management Integrated pest management Harvesting methods VITICULTURE KNOWLEDGE BASES IN THE WINE SECTOR Learning INnovation Knowledge Policy-relevant Resources for Rural Innovation

13. Unique cepages & blends “ Soft” equipment Yeasts Temperature controls Hygiene Maceration Barrel ageing Quality testing VINICULTURE Learning INnovation Knowledge Policy-relevant Resources for Rural Innovation

14. Appellation and quality standards Tourism and hospitality Wine competitions Wine education Exports Mergers and acquisitions Vertical integration Premium contracts for grape growers Brand development Online retailing ORGANIZATIONAL & MARKETING Learning INnovation Knowledge Policy-relevant Resources for Rural Innovation

20. Agricultural Learning INnovation Knowledge Policy-relevant Resources for Rural Innovation

26. LINK is a specialist network of regional innovation policy studies hubs established by the United Nations University-MERIT (UNU-MERIT) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to strengthen the interface between rural innovation studies, policy and practice and to promote North-South and South-South learning on rural innovation. Learning INnovation Knowledge Policy-relevant Resources for Rural Innovation