ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT IN AZERBAIJAN

Agribusiness plays an important role in food security, employment, and rural development, especially in developing and transition economies. In Azerbaijan, state support programs and structural reforms have contributed to the development of the agribusiness sector. However, problems related to economic efficiency and sustainability still remain. This study analyzes the economic efficiency and sustainability of agribusiness development in Azerbaijan using official statistical data and secondary sources. The analysis focuses on productivity, resource use, and human resources in the agribusiness sector. The results show that agribusiness contributes to rural economic growth, but inefficient labor use, weak resource allocation, and regional imbalances limit long-term sustainability. The study proposes practical policy recommendations aimed at improving efficiency and supporting sustainable agribusiness development.