Organic agricultural sector in Russia and the world in 2019-2023: Market conditions, main challenges and development trends.
نویسندگان
1 Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, 49 Timiryazevskaya St., Moscow, 127434, Russian Federation
2 Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, 49 Timiryazevskaya St., Moscow, 127434, Russian Federation
3 Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, 49 Timiryazevskaya St., Moscow, 127434, Russian Federation
doi
10.22124/cjes.2026.9518چکیده
The study of organic agriculture has become increasingly important in both Russia and globally due to various factors affecting the environment, public health, and agricultural sustainability. This work aims to analyze the development dynamics of the organic agriculture market in Russia and the world from 2019 to 2023, while identifying potential opportunities for further growth in the Russian Federation. The research methodology involves statistical analysis and comparison of key indicators related to the development of organic production in Russia and globally. The materials used in this study include reports from the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM – Organics International), the Russian Union of Organic Agriculture, and data from the Statistics Division of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Key findings of the study are as follows: The area of land dedicated to organic agriculture increased by nearly one-third during the examined period, reaching a total of 98.8 million hectares. However, despite this positive global trend, Russia has experienced a decrease in its organic land area. While the number of organic producers has grown, Russian figures remain significantly lower compared to global standards. The global organic market expanded by approximately 30 billion euros, reaching a total size of 136.4 billion euros, whereas the Russian market remained stagnant, holding a minimal share of the global market. The analysis reveals a strong dependence of Russian producers on imports, with a considerable portion of exported products consisting of unprocessed raw materials. These factors underscore the significant potential for the development of the organic sector in Russia, particularly with the rising demand for natural food products and healthy lifestyles. However, to capitalize on these opportunities, active government policies are necessary to support producers, promote product certification, and eliminate administrative barriers.
