Increase of the Competitiveness of Agricultural Production in Global Market (Example of Beekeeping Industry)

Abstract

Innovative development of agro-industrial complex assumes effective use of scientific and technical potential, integration of science, education and production, technological modernization of economy on the basis of innovative technologies. The solution of this complex task demands creation of appropriate conditions of development of each industry including beekeeping. The specifics of innovative processes in beekeeping are disclosed. In article, it is proved that modern developments of beekeeping are impossible without innovative component, favorable investment climate and the state support. On the basis of the analysis of the market of beekeeping products in the world, Russia and the Tambov region and also a research of opportunities and prerequisites of effective functioning of beekeeping, the main directions of increase in innovative activity in beekeeping are offered.