Reproduction of Human Capital in Rural Areas in the Context of the “Green” Transformation of Food Systems

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Introduction. Contemporary global environmental challenges, the intensification of climate change, and the transformation of food production and consumption models bring to the forefront the transition to a “green” economy and the formation of sustainable food systems. In this context, human capital in rural areas acquires particular importance, as its level of development determines the capacity of the agricultural sector to meet new environmental standards, implement innovative technologies, and adapt to institutional changes. Method (methodology). The study employs a set of general scientific and specialised research methods. Theoretical foundations are developed using methods of analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction, as well as systemic and structural-functional approaches. Comparative analysis is applied to generalise scholarly views. The assessment of the impact of human capital reproduction on the “green” transformation of food systems is conducted using economic and statistical methods, analysis of official data from the State Statistics Service of Ukraine, the OECD, and the FAO, as well as logical generalisation of research findings. Results. The reproduction of human capital in rural areas is considered a determining factor in the successful “green” transformation of food systems and the strengthening of their resilience. It is established that the qualitative characteristics of human potential directly determine the adaptive capacity of the agricultural sector to climate and resource constraints, as well as its ability to implement environmentally oriented technologies. It is substantiated that integrating human capital development policies into “green” transformation strategies is a necessary prerequisite for reducing socio-economic disparities and ensuring the sustainable development of rural areas. The findings confirm the expediency of a comprehensive combination of educational, socio-economic, and institutional instruments within the agricultural development management system.

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