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Published in Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2
Written by Daniel NIJLOVEANU, Victor-Dumitrel TIȚA, Nicolae BOLD, Toma Adrian DINU, Gina FÎNTÎNERU, Dragoș SMEDESCU, Adrian George PETICILĂ, Cosmina Andreea SMEDESCU, Alexandru FÎNTÎNERU, Costel MIHALAȘCU, Marian STOIAN

Reducing food loss and waste on each level of agrifood chain is a responsible action, thus each stakeholder on the agrifood chain must create actions that are related to food waste prevention. In this matter, this paper presents an analysis of a statistical study run on a sample of respondents related to food loss and waste on a consumer level of agrifood chain. The study takes into account both quantity and quality parameters and serves as a provider of training data for a model which will be developed based on prediction. Another important aspect of the paper is related to the determination of food loss and waste economical Another crucial aspect discussed in the paper concerns identifying economic behavioural patterns associated with food loss and waste throughout various levels of the agrifood chain. This data will be instrumental in training models for those respective levels. The study emphasizes the significance of raising awareness and taking action to minimize food waste across all phases of the agricultural and food distribution process. It also emphasizes the necessity of developing models and strategies to effectively approach this challenge.

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NIJLOVEANU D., TITA V.D., BOLD N., DINU T.A., FINTINERU G., SMEDESCU D., PETICILA A.G., SMEDESCU C.A., FINTINERU A., MIHALASCU C., STOIAN M. 2024, DEVELOPING A MODEL BASED ON A STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF FOOD LOSS AND WASTE PATTERNS. Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 705-712.

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Written by Marina NIKOLOVA, Tsvetan MARKOV, Iliyana KRYSTEVA, Elena YORDANOVA, Georgi ANGELOV

The article explores the transformative effect of the digital innovations in the agrarian sector (in particular ruminant breeding) by tracking both the opportunities, and the challenges, which they represent for the sustainable development of the modern agriculture. Integration of digital technologies in cattle-breeding becomes more and more common, offering potential solutions for increasing of the efficiency, productivity and ecological sustainability. The change towards digitalization brings different challenges, varying from problems related to accessibility to concerns, related to data security and ethical consequences. Based on the existing literature and empirical evidence, this research provides complete analysis of the current conjuncture of the digital innovations in livestock industry, assesses the potential benefits from them and explores the barriers preventing their broad acceptance. The conclusions contribute to nuanced understanding of the role, which the digital technologies play in shaping the future of the sustainable agriculture and the rural areas in Bulgaria. The implemented retrospective analysis shows that the problematic agricultural holdings can be encompassed by digitalization only if serious financial investments are made.

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NIKOLOVA M., MARKOV T., KRYSTEVA I., YORDANOVA E., ANGELOV G. 2024, DIGITAL INNOVATIONS IN CATTLE-BREEDING - OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE RURAL AREAS IN BULGARIA. Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 713-726.

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Written by Ioan Alexandru SARACIN, Aurel Liviu OLARU, Emilia CONSTANTINESCU, Ionel OBRETIN, Ion SARACIN

A simple experiment was carried out at three neighboring micro-farms where the owners agreed to implement some proposed technologies in which the influence of differentially applied agricultural works and the influence of some inputs on corn production will be tested. The micro-farms are located in the South-West part of Olt county in the vicinity of Dolj county. Conventional works and minimum tillage were executed. For the conventional works, the farmers continued to use their knowledge of corn cultivation. For the proposed technologies, they received nitrogen 70 kg ha- , phosphorus 90 kg ha- and NPK 8. 5. 5 + 3%CaO+ 9%S 200 kg ha- . In the short run, it has been observed that employing minimum tillage alongside soil fertility management technologies proves more beneficial in boosting maize yield under conditions of limited rainfall compared to conventional tillage methods.

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SARACIN I.A., OLARU A.L., CONSTANTINESCU E., OBRETIN I., SARACIN I. 2024, ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY OF MAIZE CROP IN SMALL FARMS IN THE SOUTH WEST OF OLT COUNTY, ROMANIA. Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 841-846.

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Written by Adalbert OKROS, Casiana MIHUȚ, Alexandru RINOVETZ

The purpose of this paper is to present an analysis of the economic efficiency of sunflower production in the pedoclimatic conditions specific to the outskirts of the city of Timișoara different technological options in the period 2020-2022. The experiment was trifactorial (of the 4 x 3 x 3 type), with 3 factors: D – density; F – fertility; T – technology. Ten plants were chosen from each plot and a series of measurements were made. Based on the values obtained, descriptive statistical indices related to the different technological factors were calculated, namely: arithmetic mean, error of the mean and coefficient of variation. The results showed that the profit had a variation between 849 RON/ha in the case of plants grown at a density of 49,26 g.g./ha on unfertilized agrofund prepared by scarification + ploughing and ,990 RON/ha for plants grown at a density of 59,524 g.g./ha on the agricultural land fertilized with N50P50K0 and prepared by ploughing. In 55% of cases, the technological variants produced a profit of over ,500 RON/ha. The research related presented in this paper concerns useful information that will allow superior, high-quality, and sustainable productions under the conditions of the current climate changes.

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OKROS A., MIHUT C., RINOVETZ A. 2024, ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY OF SUNFLOWER PRODUCTION DEPENDING ON TECHNOLOGY. Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 741-752.

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Written by Bogdan MÎRZAN, Oana MÎRZAN, Margareta NAIE, Constantin LUNGOCI, Elena STAVARACHE, Mihai STAVARACHE, Diana BATÎR RUSU, Alexandra Andreea BUBURUZ

In Romania, castor bean (Ricinus communis L.) is not cultivated on large areas, offering beneficial perspectives to those who want to set up a business in the agricultural field. The expansion of surfaces with this species is limited by climatic conditions, and in particular by the fall of early autumn broths, which can compromise the entire production of secondary colds. Climate change in recent years has led to the expansion of the castor cultivation area, which has obtained satisfactory production in the central area of Moldova if all technological links are respected. The research aimed to identify the genotype with the highest adaptability to the pedoclimatic conditions in the area of influence in order to establish the optimal sowing age and the distance between rows on the production and quality of seeds, implicitly in obtaining a net profit. The results obtained from 20 8-2020 showed that the best option of cultivation and obtaining high net profit for the pedoclimatic conditions in the center of Moldova is the one for the variety Teleorman sown in second age and 70 cm distance between rows ( 2,046 lei·ha- for a production of ,607 Mg·ha- ).

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MIRZAN B., MIRZAN O., NAIE M., LUNGOCI C., STAVARACHE E., STAVARACHE M., BATIR RUSU D., BUBURUZ A.A. 2024, ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY REGARDING CASTOR BEAN (Ricinus communis L.) CULTIVATION IN PEDOCLIMATIC CONDITIONS IN THE CENTER OF MOLDOVA, ROMANIA. Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 667-674.

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Written by Katerina CHURKOVA, Boryana CHURKOVA

The impact of organic fertilizers, such as Blago 5 at doses of 300 and 600 ml/da and Fertileader Axis at doses of 500 and ,000 ml/da were tested on a bird's foot trefoil grassland (Lotus corniculatus L.) in the experimental field of the Research Institute of Mountain Stockbreeding and Agriculture of Troyan (RIMSA) from 2020 to 2023. To analyze the main economic indicators based on dry matter yield, graphical and tabular methods, comparative methods were used; method of analysis and synthesis; descriptive statistical analysis and correlation analysis. The high productivity of the grassland treated with the Blago 5 at doses of 600 ml/da determined the lowest cost price and the highest profitability rate of this organic fertilizer. A strong correlation dependence of yield with gross revenue and gross profit (r= .000) was established, and the high correlation coefficient between gross profit and profitability (0.994) proves the good interdependence between these two indicators. The established results show that Blago 5 applied at a dose of 600 ml/da is a suitable for practical use for the production of bird's foot trefoil forage.

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CHURKOVA K., CHURKOVA B. 2024, ECONOMIC EVALUATION OF FERTILIZING WITH ORGANIC FERTILIZERS IN THE PRODUCTION OF BIRD'S FOOT TREFOIL FODDER. Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 313-318.

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Written by Şinasi AKDEMIR, Ufuk GÜLTEKIN, Kasım Eren TUNA, Issaka Saidou ISMAILLA

This study examines the effects of land consolidation works carried out in Cihanbeyli district to provide solutions to important structural problems in Turkey's agricultural enterprise structure. The aim of the research is to evaluate in detail the socioeconomic effects of the consolidation process on farmers' land holdings and number of parcels and the legal dimensions of the process. The study was carried out using multi-layered data sources such as land registry and cadastral records, court cases and field observations, as well as surveys conducted with 26 farmers in villages such as Damlakuyu, Karatepe, Sağlık, Ülerziktepe and Taşpınar in Cihanbeyli district. The research was supported by various statistical tests such as regression analyzes and Wilcoxon Sign Test using the SPSS version 25 statistical package program. Analyzes revealed that there is a significant relationship between factors such as education level, agricultural experience and number of tractors and changes in farmers' land holdings and number of parcels after land consolidation. Satisfaction levels were found to be closely related to the success of the land management and consolidation process, and it was also emphasized that cooperative membership and participation in agricultural training programs were effective in the success of this process. Findings highlight challenges and opportunities associated with land consolidation, including concerns about property rights, legal disputes, and infrastructure development. Despite some dissatisfaction among farmers, the research underscores the potential of consolidation in enhancing agricultural productivity and informing policy decisions for rural development strategies. The study provides valuable insights into the development of agricultural policies and rural development strategies and guide policy makers and practitioners for the effective management of consolidation processes. The research provides a scientific basis for future applications by illuminating the factors that will increase farmer satisfaction and the effectiveness of the consolidation process.

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AKDEMIR S., GULTEKIN U., TUNA K.E., ISMAILLA I.S. 2024, EFFECTS OF LAND CONSOLIDATION ON AGRICULTURAL ENTERPRISES IN CIHANBEYLI DISTRICT TURKIYE: AN EVALUATION FROM THE PRODUCER PERSPECTIVE. Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 51-62.

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Written by Artur GOLBAN, RitaGOLBAN

The scientific research reflected in this study aimed to identify the quality of chicken eggs regarding bacterial contamination in different seasonal conditions. The scientific researches were performed using the following research methods: microscopic visualization, qualitative and quantitative analysis, induction, deduction, the graphics method, the chronological series method. The results of the research highlighted the general prevalence of microbial germs on the eggshell surface during the autumn season, followed by the spring season and finally a lower prevalence during the winter season. Salmonella species were not identified. In the scientific research are analysed the egg production per region, revenue in the egg market of Moldova, sales channels of eggs and egg quality in different seasonal conditions. In the same time the research finishes with conclusions/recommendations related the egg quality assurance and bacterioscopic results.

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GOLBAN A., R. 2024, EGG QUALITY RESEARCH ON CONTAMINATION IN VARIOUS SEASONAL CONDITIONS . Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 473-478.

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Written by Ionut Marius CROITORU, Mircea Adrian GRIGORAS, Agatha POPESCU, Brîndușa Antonia GRIGORAŞ

The study aimed to set up a review of the scientific literature concerning the circular economy, called to become a viable alternative to the linear "take-make-dispose" approach and assure sustainability. It synthesizes, in a logical order, the main aspects regarding the circular economy versus linear economy and has a critical approach comparatively pointing out the benefits and restrains. The two economic models are illustrated in schemas in such a way to clearly distinguish the difference in their objectives, principles and benefits. Also, the study presents the key policies and initiatives of the circular economy, highlighting the EU's commitment and the metrics for measuring the circularity. Regarding the circular agriculture, it is emphasized the efficiency in resource use, recycling, and waste reduction, closed nutrient loops, biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation, food production and consumption, and the creation of economic value. Circular agriculture practices such as agroforestry, crop rotation, composting organic farming, and regenerative agriculture are also presented. Circularity in agriculture should cease to be seen merely as a concept, it should be considered a necessity for building a sustainable and resilient economy of the future.

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CROITORU I.M., GRIGORAS M.A., POPESCU A., GRIGORAS B.A. 2024, EMBRACING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY: A PARADIGM SHIFT FOR SUSTAINABLE PROSPERITY . Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 397-406.

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Written by Minko GEORGIEV, Boryana IVANOVA, Ivanka DIMITROVA

The study aims to adapt an analytical framework for the analysis of the institutional environment and institutional change. The activity of the tour agents (TA), part of the tourism sector of Bulgaria in the period 2005 - 202 , was a subject of the study. The institutional impact is integrated with the transaction cost economics, monitoring the dynamics of rules and distribution of economic effects. Relative institutional analysis retrospectively follows the rules. Legal realism explains the institutions and measures used to resolve concomitant crises (Covid- 9), turning them into synthetic values. Discrete structural analysis fragments processes and thus makes coordination clear. The adaptation of the actors is analysed by transaction cost (TC) measurement. The results show that the institutional changes are many and are designed in favour of the great actors. TC are increasing, and TA problems are systemic and are not a consequence of concomitant crises.

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GEORGIEV M., IVANOVA B., DIMITROVA I. 2024, EVALUATION OF INSTITUTIONAL CHANGE IN TOUR AGENTS BRANCH - NEW INSTITUTIONAL ECONOMICS ANALYTICAL FRAMEWORK . Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 24 ISSUE 2, PRINT ISSN 2284-7995, 439-446.

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