The state and perspectives of development of organic crop production in Ukraine

Abstract

The development of organic agricultural production is a topical and at the same time controversial issue of the functioning of agricultural formations in a competitive environment. Organic farming is a holistic system that combines best practices in terms of environmental protection, biodiversity, natural resources, high standards and production methods. Discussions among scientists and practitioners about the economic feasibility and organizational possibilities of introducing organic production in agricultural formations are related to the conditions of imbalance of the external environment, increased competition and intensification of the effects of the global environment. The current level and structure of requirements for the quality of product consumption, the prospects of integration into the European market, requiring increased efforts in the direction of production of environmentally friendly products have a direct impact. At the same time, many years of foreign experience demonstrate the economic, environmental and social benefits of organic production.