Improving the mechanisms of state support for agriculture in the framework of strategic planning

Government support for agriculture in Russia requires a systematic analysis to improve efficiency. The purpose of the research was to analyze modern mechanisms of state support for agriculture in Russia using the example of its regions and the experience of foreign countries to identify key problems and develop recommendations for their solution. Research methods include comparative analysis of regulatory documents, econometric modeling, content analysis of development programs, as well as assessment of the effectiveness of budget expenditures. The results of the study showed that existing government support measures have significant potential, but face problems such as bureaucracy, lack of funding, low program effectiveness, and infrastructure deterioration. The most successful practices are inter‑household coordination (Omsk region), econometric modeling (Smolensk region) and foreign experience (crop insurance in the USA, support for young farmers in the EU). The scope of the results: regional and federal authorities, developers of agricultural policy, scientific organizations. To increase the effectiveness of government support, it is necessary to introduce digital platforms, increase the amount of government support to 5 % of the cost of products, strengthen monitoring of program effectiveness and adapt international best practices. The results can be used by the authorities when adjusting agricultural development programs.