Studies, methods and experiences. Abstracts.

Technological innovation is a precursor for sustainable development of the Brazilian agriculture and the adoption of technologies is a crucial condition for this process. Based on this premise, the first ?International Symposium on Agricultural Technology Adoption (ISATA): studies, methods and experiences? was conceived. The proposal of this event arose from the need to advance the discussions on the issue of technology adoption, especially from the perspective of farmers and the context in which they operate. Despite the stock of knowledge and technological solutions readily available for farmers, the average technical and economic performance of the Brazilian primary sector still remains far below its potential. Understanding the reasons for this situation requires a multidisciplinary vision and appropriate methods to address this complex issue. Therefore, ISATA aimed to foster, debate and consolidate the theme ?Adoption of Agricultural Technologies? in Brazil, and especially in Mato Grosso do Sul, the host-state of this event. Specifically, the objectives were to: ? Promote a methodological discussion about agricultural technology adoption and innovation, identifying promising methodologies for teaching, research and extension; ? Share national and international studies and experiences on the main theme of the Symposium; ? Stimulate the network and collaborative initiatives in research, teaching and extension on the themes of technological adoption, innovation and behavioral economics; ? Align with, and contribute to, the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Editado por: Mariana de Aragão Pereira, João Augusto Rossi Borges, Carla Heloisa Faria Domingues