Krylova Irina, PhD (Economics), Associate Professor of Business Economics,   Mykolayiv National Agrarian University, Mykolayiv, Ukraine

ORCID ID: 0000-0002-2911-2474
e-mail: 2305irina@gmail.com

Yuzyk Alla, student, Mykolayiv National Agrarian University, Mykolayiv, Ukraine

ORCID ID: 0000-0002-7147-9712
e-mail: yuzykalla26@gmail.com

Land reform in Ukraine

Abstract. Introduction. Land reform is a set of measures aimed at solving complex issues of land relations regulation based on rational, efficient and sustainable land use. It guarantees citizens and local communities the right to own land, the formation of a transparent mechanism for the distribution and circulation of land resources, as well as an effective system of state management of land use.

Purpose. The aim of the article is to analyze the relevance of the new land reform of Ukraine, the basic requirements for the sale and purchase of agricultural land, study the structure of the land fund of Ukraine, composition and structure of agricultural land, distribution of crops by ownership, analytical assessment of expected results from law enforcement.

Results. Since the introduction of land reform in Ukraine, many problematic factors have been identified that slow down the process of concluding agreements for the purchase and sale of agricultural land. In particular, the following problems of land sales were identified: long-term verification of documents, imperfect legislation, refusal of notaries to enter into sales agreements, lack of supply in the land market, shortcomings of credit schemes for land purchase, high cost of credit.

Conclusions. As a result of the analysis of land reform in Ukraine, it can be noted that the reform opens new opportunities for landowners, farmers, communities and all Ukrainians who previously did not have the opportunity to acquire and dispose of land. The population is free to dispose of its property, as befits the full owners of a democracy. The reform contributes to the economic development of the regions and the country as a whole.

Keywords: land resources; land market; land use; land reform; agricultural lands; land area; rent; Earth.

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