Socio-economic potential of the territory as a factor in the development of organic agriculture

Abstract

This paper presents the results of studies on the examination of rural areas in the regions of the Siberian Federal District (SFD) regarding the organization and expansion of organic agricultural production. For the socio-economic characterization and compilation of the rating potential of the SFD subjects, demographic, infrastructure, and territorial groups of factors were identified. The main competitive advantages of production and implementation of organic products were identified for each region. The rating compiled by the authors identifies the Novosibirsk region as the most promising for the development of various forms of organic agriculture. Krasnoyarsk, Irkutsk, and Tomsk regions also have high potential. The Republic of Altai and the Omsk region can be considered as regions of medium prospects due to limitations imposed by the weak development of some of the factors considered. The Republics of Tuva and Khakassia, as well as Altai and Kemerovo regions, are limitedly suitable for the development of the organic sector. A clear definition of the priorities of agricultural producers, the choice of a suitable strategy, and the presence of state support at all stages of the organization of organic production will be a necessary condition for the successful development of the sector.