Agriculture Quote by Ruth Simmons
“There are hundreds, even thousands of remarkable pilot or experimental projects in all fields - in agriculture, health, education. But where do these pilots take us? Do they lead to change on a broader scale? If not, how can we ensure that they have broader impact?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at National Science Foundation Forum, 2019
Many small pilots exist across sectors, but their broader impact is uncertain without scaling strategies.
In simple terms: Pilots need pathways to larger change.
Key Takeaway
Design scaling plans early.
Themes
innovation
impact
scale
policy
evaluation
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- agricultural tech pilots
- health interventions
- education reforms
- pilot funding decisions
Key Concepts
systems thinking
diffusion of innovation
policy design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can pilots be linked to systemic change?
- What metrics indicate broader impact?
A Different Perspective
Pilots may fail without stakeholder buy‑in or measurable metrics.
