1. Understanding Adoption and Post-Adoption Impacts of Smart Farming Technologies in Italy

Smart farming technologies (SFTs) are increasingly promoted as key enablers of agricultural efficiency, resource optimization, and environmental sustainability. However, despite rapid technological advancement, empirical evidence on realized economic and resource-use impacts under real farming conditions remains limited, creating uncertainty about the magnitude and distribution of impacts. Existing evidence remains largely focused on perceived drivers, barriers, and intentions to adopt, rather...