In this agricultural and agri-food world in full transition, the CISA uses an innovative intervention approach to stimulate the emergence of concrete actions in the field.
A social innovation is a new idea, approach or intervention, a new service, product, law or organization that responds more adequately and sustainably than existing solutions to a well-defined social need. A social innovation finds a buyer within an institution, organization or community, produces a measurable benefit for the community and has a transformative and systemic impact (Réseau québécois en innovation sociale).
In addition to being a result, a social innovation is also a process. As part of its mission, the CISA accompanies the actors in the field in the different stages of maturation of the innovation.
To support innovation, CISA adopts an action-research approach that involves various field actors in the co-creation of solutions to experienced problems.Based on rigorous data and the transfer of best practices observed in Quebec and elsewhere in the world, CISA's approach facilitates the emergence and experimentation of solutions tailored to the organizations, territories, and communities it supports.
Co-creation emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and innovation by engaging all stakeholders affected by an issue to find effective solutions. At CISA, we focus on this collective intelligence to drive innovation. Connecting all parties provides a clear understanding of the problem. Through positive interactions and an innovative mindset, we develop tailored solutions that lead to concrete actions. This approach promotes the adoption and implementation of new practices or services by all stakeholders.
Food, which is central to our lives, presents many challenges. Production methods, agricultural practices, management of materials and resources, health and well-being of producers, and communities and territories have an impact on our daily lives and our future.
Through applied research, training, transfer of knowledge, technical assistance, and civic education, CISA contributes to agricultural and agri-food development through various themes:
CISA services include:
As a research centre, CISA can help you obtain financial assistance to complete your project.
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