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Pierre Labarthe is a leading social scientist whose research critically examines the intersection of digital technologies, agricultural knowledge systems, and innovation policy. His work fundamentally reshapes how we understand the socio-technical dynamics of "smart farming" and "Agriculture 4.0." His landmark 2019 review, cited over 1,150 times, provides the definitive social science framework for analyzing digital agriculture, moving beyond purely technical perspectives to explore the profound social, economic, and institutional implications of big data, AI, and robotics in farming. This highly influential paper established a vital research agenda for the field. More recently, Labarthe has advanced theoretical approaches to agricultural knowledge and innovation systems (AKIS), notably applying "assemblage thinking" to reveal how diverse actors, technologies, and policies interact in complex, non-linear ways. His work is essential for policymakers and researchers seeking to navigate the real-world challenges of agricultural innovation, ensuring that technological progress serves broader societal and environmental goals.
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- 2Advancing AKIS with assemblage thinking33 citations · 2022