Innovation in the Rural Development with Hungarian Examples

Abstract

Several studies have examined the relationship between innovation and economic development and found that there is a link between the two. Rural areas are typically agricultural-centered, but that does not mean that there is no industry or service area. The study examines the role of innovation in rural areas. How unique or different is the characteristic of an urban area in relation to the innovation? Research, development and innovation activities in the quadrants of research, support, education and education, as well as innovation activities, need strong support in rural areas where there are already disadvantaged municipalities and activities. Research has shown that increasing R&D can be a first step in adapting to changing economic conditions. The income of innovators can grow even with less successful innovations. Education and training stimulate innovation and job creation. Producer cooperations can significantly improve the transfer of innovative knowledge and promote EU-wide dissemination among members. The innovative activities of clusters cover the innovation process, from information sharing to generating joint innovation. Rural development partnerships can generate significant added value in the dissemination of innovation by representing societal values and interests and helping to mobilize local initiatives.