Labor productivity in agriculture: specifics of assessment and growth paths

Irina D. Demina; Mila Polulekh

doi:10.29039/2409-6024-2026-14-6-55-71

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LABOR PRODUCTIVITY IN AGRICULTURE: SPECIFICS OF ASSESSMENT AND GROWTH PATHS Labor productivity in agriculture: specifics of assessment and growth paths

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Published in Russian Journal of Management · Volume 14, Issue 6 · Pages 55–71 · Rubric: Industry management

DOI: https://doi.org/10.29039/2409-6024-2026-14-6-55-71

Received: 13.07.2026 Accepted: 14.07.2026 Published: 23.07.2026

Authors

Irina D. Demina

Mila Polulekh

Irina D. Demina

Academic degree: doctor of economic sciences

Science rang: professor

Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation Professor Kafedry audita i korporativnoy otchetnosti · Kafedra audita i korporativnoy otchetnosti · Moscow

Mila Polulekh

Academic degree: candidate of economic sciences

Science rang: docent

Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education "Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation" Vladikavkaz Branch Docent Kafedry audita i korporativnoy otchetnosti Fakul'teta nalogov, audita i biznes-analiza · Kafedra audita i korporativnoy otchetnosti · Russian Federation · Moscow

ABSTRACT

The research aims to uncover the specifics of labor productivity in agriculture under current conditions and identify challenges for improving the efficiency of agricultural production for further development. The results of the conducted analysis of indicators revealed key trends in agricultural development, including a global trend (a declining share of agriculture in national economies) and a Russian trend (a significant lag compared to leading countries in the industry, despite positive dynamics in domestic agricultural output and an increase in labor productivity growth). A summary of economists' research on labor productivity revealed that the widespread implementation of labor-saving development models based on digital technologies is a priority. Digitalization of agriculture is viewed as a driver of productivity growth. It was found that increasing the level of digitalization requires appropriate resources and specific theoretical and methodological developments. A grouping of key constraints to the implementation and use of digital technologies is identified. The characteristics of modern agriculture are highlighted. The insufficient organizational, technical, and technological level of agricultural production is identified, which hinders the growth of labor productivity. Internet access issues related to drone attacks are noted, limiting the use of digital technologies. It is concluded that the methodological solution to calculating labor productivity requires a clear definition and subsequent development to adequately assess the achievement of the national goal of increasing the volume and efficiency of agricultural production. It is determined that operational digital accounting plays a special role in improving the organizational level of business processes. It is substantiated that the specific nature of Russian agricultural development lies in the utilization of rural labor resources. The development of qualified personnel, including management personnel, and their motivation mechanisms are updated. The application of a comprehensive and systemic approach to addressing the identified issues will ensure increased labor productivity in Russian agriculture.

KEYWORDS

labor productivity, agriculture, digital technologies, operational digital accounting, motivation

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Irina D. Demina, Polulekh M. V.. "Labor productivity in agriculture: specifics of assessment and growth paths." Russian Journal of Management 14.6 (2026): 55-71. DOI: https://doi.org/10.29039/2409-6024-2026-14-6-55-71.

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