Digitalisation Impact in Rural Europe: DESIRA Project Findings

Digitalisation impacts rural development across 21 European Living Labs with focus on agriculture, forestry, and digital infrastructure

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Digitalisation in rural Europe: socio-economic impacts across 21 Living Labs. Assessments cover e-governance, agri-food innovation, digital skills, connectivity, and public services. Data from 158 interviews, 378 focus groups, and 273 surveys reveal key barriers: infrastructure, cost, skills, and regulation. Findings highlight digital transition acceleration during COVID-19, with emphasis on rural resilience, community cohesion, and sustainable practices in agriculture, forestry, and food systems.

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Project

DESIRA

Digitisation: Economic and Social Impacts in Rural Areas

Location
Europe
Authors
Matteo Metta, University of Pisa, Fabio Bartolini, DESIRA H2020, PEFC
Purpose
Support decision-making and strategic planning, Predict trends and forecast outcomes

File type
document
Created on
Jun 16, 2026
Origin language
English
Official project website
DESIRA
License
CC BY