Exploring agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems: Opportunities and challenges

This study investigates the application of agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems to identify opportunities and address challenges in their implementation. With a focus on sustainability and resource efficiency, agricultural circular economy models have gained great attention...

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Main Authors: Enock Siankwilimba, Md Enamul Hoque, Femiana Gapsari, Afifah Harmayanti, Prayitno Gunawan, Bernard Mudenda Hang’ombe
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Published: Elsevier 2025-06-01
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author Enock Siankwilimba
Md Enamul Hoque
Femiana Gapsari
Afifah Harmayanti
Prayitno Gunawan
Bernard Mudenda Hang’ombe
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description This study investigates the application of agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems to identify opportunities and address challenges in their implementation. With a focus on sustainability and resource efficiency, agricultural circular economy models have gained great attention in diverse bioecosystems, offering innovative approaches to address pressing environmental and economic concerns. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, case studies, and expert insights, this work provides valuable insights into the conceptual framework, implementation strategies, and potential impacts of agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems. Key findings highlight the diverse range of circular practices, such as waste valorization, resource recycling, closed-loop systems, and multifaceted challenges related to policy frameworks, technological adoption, and stakeholder engagement. The cycle of extraction, utilization, and disposal has ingrained regressive practices in the mindset of manufacturers, suppliers, farmers, shippers, and consumers. Thus, it is evident that the circular economy model hinges on a comprehensive strategy involving all business participants, ensuring inclusivity. This study also reveals the necessity of reinforcing policies and regulations across supply chain tiers to counteract the persistent environmental turmoil caused by climate change. By examining the interplay between agricultural circular economy models and emerging bioecosystems, this study contributes to the broader discourse on sustainable agriculture, resource management, and rural development, paving the way for informed decision-making and transformative change in agricultural systems worldwide.
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spelling doaj-art-b62f6908c0da4fd3a77b0df51b0d6ad42025-08-20T02:39:55ZengElsevierSustainable Futures2666-18882025-06-01910072310.1016/j.sftr.2025.100723Exploring agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems: Opportunities and challengesEnock Siankwilimba0Md Enamul Hoque1Femiana Gapsari2Afifah Harmayanti3Prayitno Gunawan4Bernard Mudenda Hang’ombe5Graduate School of Business, University of Zambia, P. O. Box, Lusaka 32379, Zambia; Corresponding authors.Department of Biomedical Engineering, Military Institute of Science and Technology, Dhaka 1216, Bangladesh; Corresponding authors.Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Brawijaya University, MT Haryono 167, Malang 65145, IndonesiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Brawijaya University, MT Haryono 167, Malang 65145, IndonesiaRegional and Urban Planning Department, Engineering Faculty, Brawijaya University, MT Haryono 167, Malang 65145, IndonesiaSchool of Veterinary Medicine, Microbiology Unit, University of Zambia, Africa Centre of Excellence for Infectious Diseases of Humans and Animals (ACEIDHA), Lusaka 32379, ZambiaThis study investigates the application of agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems to identify opportunities and address challenges in their implementation. With a focus on sustainability and resource efficiency, agricultural circular economy models have gained great attention in diverse bioecosystems, offering innovative approaches to address pressing environmental and economic concerns. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, case studies, and expert insights, this work provides valuable insights into the conceptual framework, implementation strategies, and potential impacts of agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems. Key findings highlight the diverse range of circular practices, such as waste valorization, resource recycling, closed-loop systems, and multifaceted challenges related to policy frameworks, technological adoption, and stakeholder engagement. The cycle of extraction, utilization, and disposal has ingrained regressive practices in the mindset of manufacturers, suppliers, farmers, shippers, and consumers. Thus, it is evident that the circular economy model hinges on a comprehensive strategy involving all business participants, ensuring inclusivity. This study also reveals the necessity of reinforcing policies and regulations across supply chain tiers to counteract the persistent environmental turmoil caused by climate change. By examining the interplay between agricultural circular economy models and emerging bioecosystems, this study contributes to the broader discourse on sustainable agriculture, resource management, and rural development, paving the way for informed decision-making and transformative change in agricultural systems worldwide.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666188825002898BioecosystemCircular economyClimate changeSupply chainBusiness model
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Afifah Harmayanti
Prayitno Gunawan
Bernard Mudenda Hang’ombe
Exploring agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems: Opportunities and challenges
Sustainable Futures
Bioecosystem
Circular economy
Climate change
Supply chain
Business model
title Exploring agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems: Opportunities and challenges
title_full Exploring agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems: Opportunities and challenges
title_fullStr Exploring agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems: Opportunities and challenges
title_full_unstemmed Exploring agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems: Opportunities and challenges
title_short Exploring agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems: Opportunities and challenges
title_sort exploring agricultural circular economy models in emerging bioecosystems opportunities and challenges
topic Bioecosystem
Circular economy
Climate change
Supply chain
Business model
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666188825002898
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