Agriculture and ESG Transformation: Domestic and Foreign Experience of Green Agribusiness Finance

A Conceptual Model Relationship between Industry 4.0—Food-Agriculture Nexus and Agroecosystem: A Literature Review and Knowledge Gaps

“…Societies may only encourage more sustainable farming systems by developing policies that incorporate SEE concerns [ 180 , 181 , 182 , 183 , 184 , 185 , 186 , 187 , 188 , 189 , 190 , 191 , 192 ]. When advising SME businesses in the food and beverage industry to implement I4, policymakers consider trust a key factor.…”

“…Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles have been applied to the agricultural food industries’ businesses [ 192 , 193 , 194 , 195 , 196 , 197 , 198 , 199 ]. The data on ESG are important for several reasons as they provide valuable insights into a company’s sustainability, responsible practices, and long-term performance [ 194 , 195 , 196 , 197 , 198 , 199 ].…”

“…ESG considerations are crucial in agriculture. They strengthen local communities, encourage moral labor, reduce environmental damage, and improve governance [ 192 ]. ESG principles may help agriculture preserve the environment, progress society, and sustain the economy.…”

“…The issues are defined. Due to its conservative management and state regulatory monopoly, the agriculture business is unattractive for venture capital and green finance from banks, which hinders innovation and sustainable growth [ 192 ]. Agriculture and forestry are key businesses.…”

“…Agriculture needs biodiversity preservation to survive. It involves safeguarding natural ecosystems, native species, and biodiversity-friendly farming practices and avoiding pesticide and chemical fertilizer applications [ 192 , 193 , 194 , 195 , 196 , 197 , 198 , 199 ].…”