Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Abstract

9 7 8 9 2 5 1 0 8 3 6 5 9 Apple production in South Tyrol is a true illustration of a vibrant agricultural innovation system. It is a collaborative and pluralistic structure that comprises private and public actors, different tiers of producer organizations, cooperatives, research, extension and advisory services, all geared towards integrating small-scale apple producers in a highly productive, profitable and efficient system.