D3.3 Innovation process support tools for first round of CoDIEs

Deliverable 3.3 outlines the setup and support process for selected Co-Design Innovation Experiments (CoDIEs), emphasizing a multi-actor, multi-level approach to achieve climate smart farming goals. The document serves as a resource for CoDIEs partners, supporting internal project action, but can provide inspiration to anyone working multi-actor innovation projects and/or processes. CoDIEs are collaborative experiments that engage multiple actors to co-create and implement climate-smart farming (CSF) innovations. These initiatives aim to address agricultural challenges by fostering cooperation between diverse stakeholders, including farmers, advisors, researchers, and policymakers. Advisors and Advisory Service Providers (ASPs) have the potential to be pivotal in guiding these processes, promoting the adoption of innovative practices, and facilitating communication across various levels of the agricultural knowledge and innovation system (AKIS). CoDIEs seek to explore local needs through co-designed innovations that contribute to sustainable agricultural practices while considering multi-level transitions within the farming ecosystem. The selection of CoDIEs involved an application process, resulting in 3 selected projects for the 1rst round of CoDIEs. To facilitate the transition to climate-smart farming, CoDIEs need to develop dynamic capabilities that allows to engage with various stakeholders at multiple levels, including individual farmers and policymakers. CoDIEs operate within a systems concept, requiring both tangible and intangible resources, which are essential for implementing solutions and innovations in agriculture. The CoDIE process involves several key steps that emphasize action research, where participants engage in iterative reflection and practical activities tailored to their specific contexts. A series of workshops and coaching sessions will guide CoDIE coordinators in creating action plans and selecting appropriate innovation support tools to enhance their effectiveness. Ongoing follow-up meetings and a closing workshop will provide opportunities for reflection, peer learning, and evaluation of progress in achieving the CoDIEs' objectives.