In the framework of FILA project, the participatory analysis of innovation experiences (especially the Operational Groups for Innovation – EIP-AGRI, established in Italy, and the confrontation among stakeholders (businesses, researchers, innovation brokers, etc.) have highlighted criticalities and weaknesses of the innovation system. It also underlined positive elements and strengths that, if adequately supported, may ensure a higher innovation level to businesses.
In this study, a process of analysis was performed to listen to various experiences and develop ideas and suggestions for implementing the 2021-27 programming instruments, being aware that strengthening businesses-research cooperation locally and internationally is the only way to contribute to improving the agricultural innovation level.
