Oligopoly Strategies in Agricultural Innovation: Biotech and ICT Acquisitions

Authors

  • Federico Langard Facultad de Humanidades y Ciencias de la Educación de la Universidad Nacional de La Plata
  • Melisa Andrea Girard Instituto de Industria de la Universidad Nacional de General Sarmiento, Argentina
  • Regina Vidosa Facultad de Ciencias Sociales de la Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • Federico Carlos Jelinski Centro de Estudios Urbanos y Regionales. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Argentina

Keywords:

Technological convergence, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Agricultural Machinery, Agriculture 4.0, Biotechnology.

Abstract

This article explores technological convergence in the seed and agricultural machinery industries, focusing on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) between 1990 and 2021. Its aim is to understand the global capital restructuring in these industries and its relationship with agriculture 4.0 and advancements in biotechnology. The assessment of changes in technological hierarchy emphasizes cooperation and rivalry in oligopolies for the diffusion of technologies. Using Crunchbase, the methodology identifies 221 acquisitions and classifies companies according to their technological capabilities, focusing on interaction with new technologies. Preliminary results indicate M&A patterns suggesting different strategic adaptations to emerging technologies. Leaders in agricultural machinery seek to integrate ICT tools in the agricultural sector, hinting at a possible transition to information services, with metallurgy as a complementary asset. In contrast, the seed industry follows a path of innovation centered on genetic engineering, considering ICT as complementary assets.

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Published

2024-10-25

How to Cite

Langard, F., Andrea Girard, M., Vidosa, R., & Carlos Jelinski, F. (2024). Oligopoly Strategies in Agricultural Innovation: Biotech and ICT Acquisitions. Journal of Technology Management & Innovation, 19(3), 73–87. Retrieved from https://www.jotmi.org/index.php/GT/article/view/4540

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