... initially, the rate of technological advancement has declined sharply since the beginning of the 21st century, resulting in a persistent gap between China and leading international producers. Furthermore, technological progress in pork and chicken production in the country has always lagged behind...

...Zeyuan Li; Qianwen Gong Purpose This study aims to clarify the contributions of technological progress and institutional innovation in reducing fertilizer use among Chinese farmers and their interaction effects, offering strategic insights for fertilizer management. Design/methodology/approach...