WG1 – The impact of digitalisation on agri-food labour and production systems
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WG1 – The impact of digitalisation on agri-food labour and production systems

WG1 – The impact of digitalisation on agri-food labour and production systems

This working group focuses on the double-edged impact of digitalization on agricultural and food systems and looks for holistic approaches to address the changing landscape of work and production in the agri-food economy. It acknowledges that these technologies can improve productivity, resource efficiency and traceability, but also pose significant challenges especially for labour dynamics. The group aims i) to share current research results on technological advances and digitalization in agriculture, ii) to promote dialogue between scientists, practitioners, and policy makers, iii) to develop recommendations for action such as best practices and policy recommendations for improving working conditions, and iv) to identify research gaps and opportunities for future collaboration.

Convenors: Katja Heitkämper (Agroscope, Switzerland), Marianne Cockburn (Agroscope, Switzerland) 

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Publication date: 11 September 2026 | By: I Avelange