Report

Science of Scaling Retreat Report

This report summarizes key insights and outcomes from a “Science of Scaling” retreat held 18–19 March 2024. The retreat was organized by Wageningen University under Work Package 6 of the CGIAR Regional Integrated Initiative on “Ukama Ustawi: Diversification for Resilient Agribusiness in East and Southern Africa” and hosted by the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) in Nairobi, Kenya. The retreat served as a platform for in-depth discussions on advancing the current understanding of the science of scaling and exploring new theories and methods. The meeting also created a starting point for peer-to-peer learning and exchange on the science of scaling.