Climate-smart technologies (IVTs) research and validation initiatives

The Technological Validation Initiatives (IVTs) program in Argentina has as its main objectives to connect the demands of agricultural producers with technological advances and research carried out by institutions such as INTA, CONICET and universities. This makes it easier for technological innovations to adapt to the needs of the agro-industrial sector. In addition, it seeks to strengthen productive development in the face of the challenges of climate change, promoting the adoption of smart technologies. US$1,957,403 have been allocated to finance 14 projects, with an emphasis on the validation and transfer of advanced technologies and productive diversification. The projects cover 11 provinces and have the collaboration of various institutions, such as INTA and universities. The expected impact includes improvements in agricultural productivity, environmental sustainability and resilience to climate change.