Prospects for Sustainable Agriculture in Russia
Stephen K. Wegren
Abstract
Abstract Industrial agriculture contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and is degrading agricultural land. To reduce the impact of agriculture on the environment, a transition to sustainable agriculture is necessary. The article assesses the prospects for sustainable agriculture in Russia. It examines three models for their applicability to Russia: food sovereignty, community supported agriculture, and business as usual.
Topics & Concepts
AgricultureSustainable Agriculture Innovation NetworkSustainable agricultureGreenhouse gasNatural resource economicsBusinessFood sovereigntySustainabilitySustainable developmentSustainable gardeningAgricultural economicsEconomicsFood securityPolitical scienceGeographyEcologyArchaeologyLawBiologyAgriculture, Land Use, Rural DevelopmentAgricultural Development and PoliciesRegional Socio-Economic Development Trends