Cyprus Recognised As Strong Innovator For Third Consecutive Year

Cyprus has maintained its position as a “Strong Innovator” in the European Innovation Scoreboard for the third consecutive year. Ranked 10th among EU member states, Cyprus achieved 106.3% of the European average, marking the highest growth in innovation performance across Europe since 2017. The Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy reported increases in 15 of the 32 assessed indicators this year. Notably, Cyprus excelled in categories like “Linkages” and “Attractive research systems,” showcasing effective collaborations and robust research outputs.

Innovation Ecosystem and Government Policies

Deputy Minister Dr. Nicodemos Damianou highlighted the significant evolution and performance of Cyprus’ research and innovation ecosystem, attributing success to effective government policies. The country aims to create favourable conditions for scientists and entrepreneurs, ensuring that research and development spending translates into tangible benefits for society and the economy.

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Focus on Collaboration and Research Excellence

Cyprus was acknowledged as a top performer in “Linkages,” reflecting strong collaborations between innovative businesses and research institutions. Additionally, the country scored high in “Attractive research systems,” underscoring the quality of its international scientific publications and the presence of prestigious research institutions.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

The Deputy Minister stressed the importance of continuously evaluating and improving the innovation ecosystem. Through a new impact assessment mechanism, the government aims to ensure that Cyprus’ trajectory in innovation remains on a path of substantial improvement, benefitting both the economy and society.

By maintaining its strong position in the European Innovation Scoreboard, Cyprus demonstrates its commitment to fostering a dynamic and innovative environment, driving progress and development across multiple sectors. This achievement reflects the country’s strategic focus on research, innovation, and collaborative growth, positioning it as a key player in the European innovation landscape.

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Only 1% Of Cyprus Farms Use Precision Farming Technologies

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 24, 2026

Cyprus remains one of the European Union’s least digitised agricultural economies, with just 1% of farms using precision farming technologies in 2023, according to Eurostat.

The findings come as the EU continues to encourage the adoption of digital tools aimed at improving agricultural productivity, efficiency and sustainability.

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Internet Access Expands, But Digital Uptake Lags

Internet access has improved across the bloc, although adoption remains uneven. Eurostat found that 43% of EU farms had internet access in 2023, with northern and central European countries leading the way.

Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Latvia, the Czech Republic and Austria all reported internet access rates above 90%.

Greater connectivity, however, has not translated into widespread digital adoption. Farm management information systems, which help farmers manage day-to-day operations, were used by only about 11% of EU farms. France was a notable exception, with around 60% of farms using the technology.

Precision Farming Concentrated In Larger Operations

Robotics adoption also remained relatively limited, with only about 7% of EU farms using robotic technologies. Overall, around 18% of farms with utilised agricultural area employed at least one precision farming technology or practice in 2023.

These included robotics for plant protection, band spraying, variable-rate application, precision crop monitoring and soil analysis. Despite representing fewer than one in five farms, these holdings accounted for around 44% of the EU’s utilised agricultural area.

The figures suggest that precision farming remains concentrated among larger agricultural businesses, where investment in digital technologies is typically easier to support.

Cyprus Lags Behind EU Leaders

Luxembourg, Finland and Estonia recorded the highest shares of utilised agricultural area managed by farms using precision farming technologies, each exceeding 75%.

At the other end of the ranking, Cyprus recorded just 1%, while Greece and Romania reported between 10% and 15%. The results indicate that Cyprus remains at an early stage of digital adoption in agriculture, even as precision farming becomes more widespread across parts of the European Union.

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