Promoting generational renewal in Serbian agriculture

Popović, Vesna and Mihailović, Branko and Radosavljević, Katica (2022) Promoting generational renewal in Serbian agriculture. In: II international scientific conference Sustainable agriculture and rural development, February, 2022, Belgrade. Institute of Agricultural Economics, Belgrade, pp. 403-415. ISBN 978-86-6269-111-8

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Abstract

Transition towards sustainable agriculture and food systems based on innovation, digital technologies, diversification and entrepreneurship needs young, motivated and skilled farmers capable to manage challenges and take risks. However, delayed farm succession and serious resource, infrastructure, economic, sociocultural, knowledge and administrative barriers discourage young people from engaging in the farm business. In 2018, only 3.3% of managers on Serbian farms were younger than 35, while 39.1% were 65 or older. Through a literature review and secondary data from the national and EU statistics, documents and reports, the paper deals with young farmers and their farm structures, and drivers and motivations of young people to engage in agriculture. The focus of study is, however, on business and entry models and support schemes for inspiring young people to takeover/start and develop their farm business and thus contribute to meeting society’s demands for quality food, a healthy environment and vibrant local communities.

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