agribusiness, agricultural commodities, farmland, green growth, regional development, sustainable development
Abstract
Organic production is crucial for the modern economy, fostering green business development and regional sustainability. The Rivne region, with its favorable natural conditions, holds significant potential for organic production. This study aims to determine the role of organic production in the Rivne region’s economy, analyze its regional impact, and assess future growth prospects. Research shows that the Rivne region occupies one of the leading places in terms of agricultural land for organic production, with more than 18,000 hectares. Organic producers grow a variety of crops, including cereals, oilseeds, legumes, vegetables, berries and fruits. Regional support programs provide compensation for organic product certification, promoting a shift to organic farming and expanding certified land areas. Public-private partnership projects are crucial in supporting organic production, including certifying new lands and creating conditions for building a quick-freezing berry plant. These initiatives offer technical support and financial investments, enhancing production efficiency and product competitiveness. The organic products from the Rivne region exported to Europe and China. This access to new markets increases local producers income and boosts the region's reputation as a producer of high-quality, environmentally friendly product. The paper substantiates the prospects for the development of organic production in the region, included fostering a culture of production and consumption of organic products and conducting training and consultations on organic agriculture. The role of organic production as a type of green business that contributes to the sustainable development of the region’s economy and the improvement of the ecological situation is determined. In summary, organic production has significant potential to stimulate economic growth in Rivne region, contributing to rural development, increasing employment, and preserving the environment.
Author Biographies
Lesya Tykhonchuk, National University of Water and Environmental Engineering, Rivne
Doctor of Science in Public Administration, Associate Professor
Andriy Piddubnyi, National University of Water and Environmental Engineering, Rivne
