Research investment ‘drives farm output’ in high-growth economies

Heavy investment in agricultural research is driving farm output in the high-growth economies Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRICs), according to a new study by the Economist Intelligence Unit.

Each of the BRIC state authorities is offering financial backing to farmers, promoting best practices in farming, and strengthening rural infrastructure to secure their food supplies. The London-based business publisher’s report focused on new investments in plant research and entrepreneurial initiatives.

The study assesses the BRIC countries’ responses to the food supply challenges that the world is expected to face in the coming decades.