Technological Innovation Systems for Agricultural Waste-To-Energy: Driving Circular Bioeconomy Transitions and Scaling Sustainable Pathways in Brazil’s and Nigeria’s Agribusiness Sectors

Authors: Ozike Kingsley Chibuzo, Ebunu Ikugbe Eldred, Okonkwo Faith Odinakachi, Adebanjo Oluwaseun Samuel, Oramali Chidimma Lilian, Adebanjo Mary Olubukola, Ekanoye Bolanle Joel

Affiliation: Department of Business Administration and Management, Faculty of Management Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli (Igbariam Campus), Anambra State, Nigeria

Corresponding Author: [email protected]

March 31, 2026

SIAR-Global Journal of Engineering & Agricultural Review

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19391558

Technological Innovation Systems for Agricultural Waste-To-Energy: Driving Circular Bioeconomy Transitions and Scaling Sustainable Pathways in Brazil’s and Nigeria’s Agribusiness Sectors

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This study investigated the effect of Technological Innovation Systems (TIS) on the scaling of Circular Bioeconomy Transitions (CBT) in agricultural waste-to-energy within the agribusiness sectors of Brazil and Nigeria. Specifically, it assessed the influence of knowledge development, market formation, resource mobilization, and entrepreneurial activities on the adoption and expansion of circular bioeconomy practices. A quantitative research design was adopted, employing a cross-sectional survey to collect data from 330 stakeholders, including managers, engineers, entrepreneurs, and researchers across agribusiness and bioenergy projects in both countries. Stratified sampling ensured proportional representation of all stakeholder groups. Data collected through structured questionnaires were analyzed using multiple regression analysis, with a 5% significance level adopted to test the hypotheses. The findings revealed that knowledge development positively and significantly influences CBT scaling (β = 0.312, t = 4.56, p = 0.000), 39 Official Publication of the Society of Innovative Academic Researchers- SIAR PUBLICATIONS. Advancing Real-Time Innovative Knowledge Globally. Copyright © Reserved -Author(s), Licensed to SIAR Publications. indicating that research collaboration, technology training, and information sharing enhance adoption of agricultural waste-to-energy innovations. Market formation was also significant (β = 0.271, t = 3.89, p = 0.001), suggesting that demand creation and policy support stimulate the uptake of circular bioeconomy practices. Resource mobilization demonstrated a positive effect (β = 0.198, t = 2.77, p = 0.006), highlighting the importance of financial, technical, and human resources. Entrepreneurial activities significantly contributed to scaling CBT (β = 0.245, t = 3.25, p = 0.002), emphasizing the role of innovation adoption and business model adaptation. The study concludes that TIS components collectively drive sustainable adoption of agricultural waste-toenergy initiatives. It recommends targeted investments in knowledge development, market creation, resource allocation, and entrepreneurial engagement to enhance circular bioeconomy transitions.

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Technological Innovation Systems, Circular Bioeconomy, Agricultural Waste-to Energy, Market Formation, Resource Mobilization

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Ozike Kingsley Chibuzo, Ebunu Ikugbe Eldred, Okonkwo Faith Odinakachi, Adebanjo Oluwaseun Samuel, Oramali Chidimma Lilian, Adebanjo Mary Olubukola, Ekanoye Bolanle Joel (2026). Technological Innovation Systems for Agricultural Waste-To-Energy: Driving Circular Bioeconomy Transitions and Scaling Sustainable Pathways in Brazil’s and Nigeria’s Agribusiness Sectors. SIAR-Global Journal of Engineering & Agricultural Review, Vol. 2, No. 1. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19391558

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