The focus of the research presented in this monograph are the processes of saving resources in agro-industrial production. The author proposes a modern concept of resource conservation management. The research methodology was the clustering of economic objects, econometric modeling, optimization of the structure of resource consumption. The focus of the research presented in this monograph is resource conservation processes in agro-industrial production. The author offers a modern concept of resource conservation management. Research methodology: clustering of economic objects, econometric modeling, optimization of the structure of resource consumption. Based on the typology of economic objects, the following classes of resource consumption are proposed: extensive, intensive, innovation and investment. The extensive type of resource conservation is distinguished by the use of economies of scale in agribusiness. The formation of agricultural holdings and the production of food by an agricultural enterprise within the boundaries of the full value chain leads to resource savings through concentration. The intensive type of facilities is characterized by an increase in specific investment per unit of industry size. This is a higher level of chemicalization, mechanization, and robotization of agricultural production. In modern conditions of environmental trends in life and economy, it is replaced by a natural-adaptive type of resource conservation. Among the features of this type, it is necessary to highlight the adaptation of machinery and equipment in agricultural production to the biological properties of agricultural plants and animals. An innovative type of resource saving is innovations in biotechnology, new resource-saving technology and equipment, and agricultural management. The innovative type is added by the investment type. Investments make it possible to ensure a constant increase in the financial flow in agriculture. When the increase in this flow outstrips the increase in costs, there is a significant resource-saving investment effect. The author of the study revealed a pattern between the emergence of the resource-saving effect and the potential for using resources. The resource-saving effect is observed with the full use of the potential of resources. Special attention is paid to human capital. The dynamics of competencies allows to increase the innovativeness of the team in an agricultural organization. The book is understandable for managers.
Contents
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1. THEORY OF CONTROL RESOURCE
1.1 The essence of the categories of resource saving management
1.2 Theoretical aspects of the laws and factors of resource saving management in modern conditions
1.3 Analysis of resource theory and management of resource saving
CHAPTER 2. METHODOLOGICAL ASPECTS CONTROL RESOURCE IN AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION
2.1 Methodological approaches to assessing the characteristics of resource use in agricultural production
2.2 System principles and methods of resource saving management
2.3 Methods for the comparative evaluation of the economic efficiency of consumption and saving resources
CHAPTER 3. ECONOMIC EVALUATION RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION
3.1 The system of indicators for assessing management effectiveness of resource saving management
3.2 Economic analysis of the efficiency of resource saving management results (at the level of regional agriculture)
3.3 Toolkit cost analysis of resource
Objectives and Topics
The work addresses the complex challenge of achieving sustainable economic development in the Republic of Belarus by optimizing resource use efficiency in agriculture. The primary research question centers on establishing a cohesive theory and methodology for resource-saving management that integrates economic, organizational, and technological innovation to improve competitiveness in both domestic and foreign markets.
- Development of a theoretical framework for resource-saving management.
- Methodological approaches to assessing resource use efficiency in agricultural production.
- Economic modeling of resource-saving management strategies at regional levels.
- Identification of primary and secondary factors influencing the effectiveness of resource conservation.
- Analysis of the relationship between industrial and biological energy resources in agrarian production.
Excerpt from the Book
1.1 The essence of the categories of resource saving management
The problem arises resource saving management on the one hand because of the relatively limited resources, on the other hand - reducing their effectiveness as a result of the law of diminishing returns. A study of the theory of resource saving management in the context of the essential aspects of its proposed start with the definition and improvement of the categories of "resources", "Resource", "resource saving management" and establish the nature of the logical relationship between these basic concepts. The problem arises resource saving management is particularly acute when a significant proportion of the public sector in the economy for the efficient allocation of budgetary funds. Consequently, it has macro-economic nature. But for the business entity named above problem also occurs because the success of its business depends on effective management of resources and their rational economy. According to the theory P.Samuelsona focused on the development of the resource base, economic growth depends on the availability of production resources and the demand for manufactured goods. Cost resource is derived from the value of the final product, and the demand for resources - a derived demand [149, p.259-265]. Therefore, in our studies of resource focuses on the factors affecting final demand: income, distribution and consumer preferences, terms of trade, production, types of market. These factors are not constant, resulting in variability of relative competitive advantages in the production of goods [4-A, p.64-67; 5-A, p.60-64; 7-A, p.20; 12-A, p.8-10]. As additional factors of production and R.Solou Dzh.Stiglits identified scientific and technological progress and information [158, p.15]. We found that all of the additional factors of production in common is that they manifest themselves through the use of classical factors (land, labor, capital, entrepreneurial ability), but the effectiveness of the various systems in the context of typological resource saving management [2-A, p.37-43].
Summary of Chapters
INTRODUCTION: Highlights the critical necessity of increasing resource efficiency in Belarus's agricultural sector to foster sustainable development and global competitiveness.
CHAPTER 1. THEORY OF CONTROL RESOURCE: Establishes the theoretical definitions of resources and resource-saving management, exploring the laws and factors impacting modern agricultural production.
CHAPTER 2. METHODOLOGICAL ASPECTS CONTROL RESOURCE IN AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION: Examines methodological paradigms, system principles, and analytical methods required for managing resource conservation in agricultural enterprises.
CHAPTER 3. ECONOMIC EVALUATION RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION: Provides an empirical evaluation of resource management through indicators, cluster analysis, and the development of an economic model for resource saving.
Keywords
Resource saving, agricultural production, resource efficiency, economic management, resource potential, sustainable development, competitive advantage, resource management model, regional agriculture, agribusiness, material costs, innovation, cost-benefit analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this publication?
The book focuses on the management of resource-saving practices in the agricultural sector of the Republic of Belarus, aiming to provide a theoretical and methodological foundation for improving production efficiency.
What are the central thematic fields addressed?
The central themes include resource theory, methodological approaches to assessing resource use, the application of economic models in regional agriculture, and strategies for sustainable agribusiness management.
What is the primary objective of this research?
The primary goal is to develop a comprehensive economic model for resource-saving management that allows agricultural enterprises to optimize their resource base and adapt flexibly to changing market conditions.
Which scientific methods are utilized in this work?
The author employs a mix of systemic analysis, economic-mathematical modeling, functional-cost analysis, and cluster analysis to assess resource use and management performance.
What topics are covered in the main section of the book?
The main sections cover the theory of control resources, methodological aspects of resource management in agriculture, and a detailed economic evaluation of resource management effectiveness at the regional level.
How would you characterize this work using keywords?
The work is characterized by terms such as resource saving, agricultural production, economic management, resource potential, and sustainable development.
How does the author define the relationship between industrial and biological energy in agriculture?
The author emphasizes that agricultural production involves a critical balance where industrial energy (fuel, machinery) and biological energy (soil fertility, plant growth, animal breeds) must be coordinated to ensure efficiency and ecosystem stability.
What is the significance of the proposed "resource-saving" economic model?
The model is significant because it provides a new approach to planning and forecasting resource consumption, moving away from static targets toward dynamic indicators that account for organizational innovation and regional economic conditions.
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- Uladzimir Buts (Autor), 2016, A modern concept of resource conservation management in agro-industrial production, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/937728
