Transforming Philippine Agriculture Through Data-driven Innovation: A Quantitative Landscape Assessment to Prioritize Technological Solutions

Abstract

Abstract This systematic review analyzed agricultural innovations in the Philippines over 2018–2023 to provide comprehensive categorization, adoption trend analysis, and recommendations for optimizing research priorities. Methodical literature search, screening, and quantitative analysis facilitated organized investigation across innovation types, contributors, applications, and geographical contexts. Results revealed image analysis followed by the sustainable farming system had the highest segment (26% and 23%, respectively) of the innovation categories displaying cutting-edge techniques as well as environmental stewardship. Rice-centric innovations dominate (33.33%) showcasing the underrepresentation of high-value crops, livestock, and remote farming sectors. However, innovations have skewed geographical representation with 69.23% of studies concentrating only on Luzon regions, chiefly central and northern areas. Agricultural potential also exists across Visayas and Mindanao warranting increased emphasis. Additionally, most research contributors represent less than 5% share each, indicating a fragmentation in efforts lacking cross-institutional partnerships. Findings exposed critical gaps in innovation prioritization and adoption levels directed at sustainable practices, precision technologies, non-cereal commodities, and geographically disadvantaged communities. Significant institutional support is imperative to address disparities through modernization policies and localized capacity-building programs aided by industry-academia partnerships. Unified innovation transfer conduits can accelerate the transition of solutions from proofs-of-concept to farmer-ready tools catering to regional needs.