Development of convergence of agricultural sectors

Abstract

The modern condition of agriculture is characterized by high degree of intensification and specialization, infringement of scientifically grounded structure of crop rotation and unbalanced application of organic fertilizers. This creates variety of environmental problems. This article is directed on definition of potential benefits of crop-livestock convergence through more efficient use of natural resources. The research objective was the complex estimation of development of sectoral convergence in agriculture using example of Krasnodar Territory. The article studies impact of livestock on crop. Dependence between farm animals and share of cultivated area occupied by perennial grasses has been revealed. It is proved that share of perennial grasses in structure of crop rotation partly depends on farm animals. The role of perennial grasses in crop rotation, their influence on the productivity of agricultural crops has been studied. Dependence between volume of application of organic fertilizers and yield of crops has been revealed. The assumption is substantiated that convergence of crop and livestock is highly adapted to maintenance of soil fertility. It is concluded that one of ways to solve identified problems is the development of convergence of crop and livestock by improving use of resources and reuse of waste.