Interval assessment finds the rural economy contributes 14.8–18.3% to GDP, highlighting its role in population preservation and environmental stability.
Key Points
The rural economy contributes approximately 14.8–18.3% to Russia’s GDP, emphasizing its socio-economic importance.
Rural areas have a higher birth rate at 1.59 compared to 1.36 in urban settings, supporting population preservation efforts.
A new methodology for assessing non-financial effects of the rural economy is necessary to capture its full contribution.
Sustainable development of the rural economy is critical for food security and maintaining socio-cultural identity in Russia.