Patents and start-ups drive next wave of AI-powered agricultural innovation
Published on: Nov. 7, 2025, 11:51 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The findings reveal that academic research acts as a strong driver for both patents and start-up formation, indicating that scientific knowledge continues to be a foundational source of long-term innovation. However, patents play an equally influential role as leading indicators, often predicting subsequent increases in project funding and start-up activity. This suggests that intellectual property protection remains a cornerstone of innovation diffusion and commercial confidence.
