A Methodological Approach to Evaluate Livestock Innovations on Small-Scale Farms in Developing Countries
Autor
García Martínez, Antón Rafael
Rangel Quintos, Jaime
Rivas Rangel, José Humberto
Espinosa, José Antonio
Barba Capote, C.J.
Pablos-Heredero, Carmen de
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MDPIFecha
2016Materia
ViabilityDynamic capabilities
Relational coordination
Learning curve of innovation
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The aim of the study was deepening the knowledge of livestock innovations knowledge on
small-scale farms in developing countries. First, we developed a methodology focused on identifying
potential appropriate livestock innovations for smallholders and grouped them in innovation areas,
defined as a set of well-organized practices with a business purpose. Finally, a process management
program (PMP) was evaluated according to the livestock innovation level and viability of the
small-scale farms. Logistic regression was used to evaluate the impact of PMP on the economic
viability of the farm. Information from 1650 small-scale livestock farms in Mexico was collected
and the innovations were grouped in five innovation areas: A1. Management, A2. Feeding, A3.
Genetic, A4. Reproduction and A5. Animal Health. The resulting innovation level in the system was
low at 45.7% and heterogeneous among areas. This study shows the usefulness of the methodology
described and confirms that implementing a PMP allows improving the viability an additional 21%,
due to a better integration of processes, resulting in more efficient management