Goran Škatarić- Professor
- Research Advisor at National parks of Montenegro
Goran Škatarić
- Professor
- Research Advisor at National parks of Montenegro
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Introduction
Economist, Professor of Project Management, International Trade, Human resource management, (at the University of Montenegro), but also Agro-products market, Agro Business (previously at the Faculty of International Economics, Finance and Business of the UDG, Podgorica, Montenegro).
Current institution
National parks of Montenegro
Current position
- Research Advisor
Additional affiliations
January 2011 - January 2019
Education
October 1987 - June 1993
Publications
Publications (116)
SUMMARY
This research presents recently introduced approach by authors of the Ecological-Economic (Eco-Eco) modelling using the Intensity of Erosion and Outflow (IntErO) model for the assessment of soil erosion intensity and the impacts of different land covers on sediment yield. The Eco-Eco modelling approach has been applied in one of the sub-ba...
Sustainable development: crisis or regulation.
Architectural quality and preservation of rural characteristics is a goal of building design for sustainable environments. The environment has a different function for different societies, creating a large variety of meanings. In the Zeta region of Montenegro, the negative transformation of the rural environment is happening more rapidly than the r...
Building a recognizable brand for the high-quality bottled wines is opportunity for the wineries to strengthen the international market position. This paper attempts to identify the opportunities to profit under competitive market condition of the Macedonian wineries. For this reason, we first interpret evidence on structural determinants of Macedo...
The implementation of the IPARD (Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance in Rural Development) initiative in Montenegro has advanced the agricultural sector by providing farmers with machinery and equipment, including tractors, trailers, balers, and irrigation systems. Through four public calls for support, a total of 333 investments were channelle...
The main focus of this study is the analysis of growth trends in the global beer market, examining both alcoholic and non-alcoholic segments across on-trade (out-of-home) and off-trade (at-home) sales channels. The primary objective is to identify the key factors influencing market revenue and volume for the second and third decade of this century,...
Montenegro's archaeological heritage encompasses numerous historically significant sites. This paper explores the interdisciplinary framework in
Montenegro, focusing on how archaeology integrates with conservation methodologies to preserve cultural heritage. Institutional efforts and
educational practices are highlighted alongside the application o...
This paper discusses the archaeological heritage of Montenegro, examining key locations like Duklja and Municipium S, current conservation efforts, and the challenges in sustainable preservation. In exploring the state of research, this study also connects archaeological work with broader themes in green economy and sustainable development. Additio...
The problem of excessive water consumption in the traditional puddled transplant rice (PTR) cultivation method has increased efforts to develop the dry direct seeded rice (DDSR) system as a favorable alternative to achieve sustainable rice production. However, current data show that the rates of DDSR use in the Iranian rice production systems fall...
This article focused on some of the aspects of Green Economy, Green Jobs and Economic Resilience in Montenegro outlining the activities, initiatives, and support programs of various institutions contributing to the advancement of the green economy in the country. Key topics discussed economic diversification, circular economy initiatives, sustainab...
This study delves into the realm of water treatment by conducting a comprehensive techno-economic evaluation of direct contact membrane distillation (DCMD) and nanofiltration (NF) processes. While previous research has explored the technical aspects of membrane distillation (MD) and nanofiltration, there remains a notable gap in economic analyses....
Soil, a crucial component of ecosystems, sustains life by providing essential services such as water and nutrient retention, filtration, and carbon cycling. In Montenegro, effective management of land resources is imperative for sustainable development and environmental conservation. This paper assesses current challenges and proposes strategies, c...
Machine Learning (ML) is gaining attention in civil engineering especially within operational phase of building life cycle. This phase is crucial for managing every energy aspect while ensuring occupant comfort. Previous ML experiments have explored occupant behavior, occupancy estimation, load prediction, defect detection, and Heating, Ventilation...
Invasive alien species pose a serious threat to the world's ecosystems and livelihoods. This review aimed to investigate the negative and positive impacts of Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC on ecosystems in Kenya and Ethiopia. The bibliographic analysis highlighted that Prosopis juliflora was introduced to Kenya and Ethiopia to tackle desertification,...
Invasive alien species pose a serious threat to the world’s ecosystems and livelihoods. This review aimed to investigate the negative and positive impacts of Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC on ecosystems in Kenya and Ethiopia. The bibliographic analysis highlighted that Prosopis juliflora was introduced to Kenya and Ethiopia to tackle desertification,...
Biography Summary
Goran Škatarić, born on August 2, 1967, in Podgorica, Montenegro, boasts an extensive professional and academic background. After completing his primary and secondary education, he pursued studies in Soil and Water Management at the University of Belgrade, followed by postgraduate studies in agro-economics at the University of Nov...
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A wetland is an area of land that is covered by water, whether salt, fresh, or somewhere in between, either seasonally or permanently. It operates as a separate ecosystem. Wetlands are distinguished from other types of land or bodies of water primarily by vegetation that has adapted to moist soil. However, this study focused on identifying wetlands...
Barley (Hordeum vulgare) is essential for beer production, and its cultivation in Southeastern European countries significantly impacts the brewing industry. The EU cereals balance sheet for the 2023/2024 season highlights critical trends affecting barley, forecasting a total EU cereals production of 269.9 million tonnes. This figure reflects a 3.9...
This paper analyzes global trends and future projections in the beer market from 2014 to 2028, focusing on both alcoholic and non-alcoholic segments across different sales channels. The study leverages data from Statista Consumer Market Insights to examine revenue growth, market volume, and shifts in consumer behavior in on-trade (out-of-home) and...
Prohibit the conversion of agricultural land into construction land
This comprehensive review examines Montenegro's Spatial Plan until 2040, with a particular focus on agricultural preservation and rural development. Authored by Prof. Dr. Goran Škatarić, the analysis emphasizes the crucial goals of reducing food imports, promoting organic production, and enhancing living conditions in rural areas to combat depopula...
This study aims to contribute to the promotion of green growth and climate resilience in Montenegro by contributing to policy knowledge in the context of sustainable development. Methodologically, interviews and discussions in focus groups were conducted to gather insights into green and sustainable practices in Montenegro, aligning the goal of pro...
Sustainable land management (SLM) as a holistic method seeks to combine ecological values with socio-cultural
and policy concepts, through which local populations play a significant role in achieving this management. Qasr
Yaqoub village was selected for the present study, which is located in Safashahr city in Fars province, south of
Iran. The commo...
This study examines the legal framework governing the exploitation of river deposits in Montenegro, emphasizing its significance in economic activities through a concession system. The regulatory landscape, encompassing acts such as the Concessions Act, Water Act, and Water Management Strategy, provides a structured approach. The process involves a...
This paper explores the intricate relationship among natural resources, ecological factors, and economic implications within the global renewable energy sector. Through extensive data analysis and insightful trends, the study elucidates the upward trajectory of the global renewable energy market, expected to surpass two trillion U.S. dollars by 203...
Land degradation is caused by multiple forces, including extreme weather conditions, particularly drought and floods. It is also caused by human activities that pollute or degrade the quality of soils and land utility. It negatively affects food production and ecosystem goods and services. Land degradation has accelerated during the 20th and 21st c...
This study aimed to assess the level of awareness and implementation of circular economy (CE) principles in building construction of eight South Asian countries. The construction industry heavily relies on non-renewable materials, which leads to environmental degradation due to high extraction, consumption, and disposal methods. The adoption of CE...
This research emphasizes the importance of promoting green and sustainable practices in Montenegro's tourism industry to achieve sustainable growth and address climate change risks. The paper focuses on policy measures that can foster environmentally friendly practices and enhance resilience in the tourism sector. By analyzing the potential impacts...
Public ski resorts represent one of the most significant tourist destinations, designed and organized to provide safe and high-quality services, catering primarily to recreational needs. Ski tourism typically makes the main contribution to the economy of mountainous regions by offering several economic benefits and improving services and infrastruc...
The genus Malus belongs to the rose family (Rosaceae) which includes over 100 genera and 3000 species distributed worldwide, most commonly in temperate regions. Species of agronomic importance include almond, apple, apricot, cherry, peach, pear, plum, quince, raspberry, sour cherry, sweet cherry, and strawberry. Other non-edible species with orname...
Restructuring of the economic system with specific attention to agriculture and tourism is a precondition of the economic development of the Municipality of Zabljak in the Mountainous region of Montenegro. The tourism industry, in general, is subject to big changes. The number of tourists who are travelling to rural areas is steadily growing and th...
Balkan Peninsula has favourable climatic conditions for crop production. However, the distribution of rainfall is often a limiting factor for high yields and stabilized crop production. The sum of rainfall varies from one year to another, but also during the growing season. Droughts could be for short or long periods. Rainfall quantity and distribu...
Abstrakt: Javna skijališta predstavljaju jedna od najznačajnijih turističkih mesta i to tako uređenih i organizovanih da omogućuju bezbedno i kvalitetno pružanje usluga i zadovoljavanje turističkih, prevashodno rekreativnih potreba. Ski turizam najčešće ostvaruje glavni doprinos ekonomiji planinskih regiona, pružanjem nekoliko ekonomskih koristi i...
As stated in Britannica, the soil is the biologically active and porous medium that has developed in the uppermost layer of Earth’s crust. It serves as the reservoir of water and nutrients and a medium for the filtration and breakdown of injurious wastes. It also helps in the cycling of carbon and other elements through the global ecosystem. Soil p...
In the time of the crisis, which is reflected mainly in tourism, beer tourism in the form of small craft breweries and beer events is thriving in Slovakia. Beer has always been a favorite drink of Slovaks. The main reason why people look for small craft breweries isthat their beers are different from those that can be bought in stores. The number o...
Due to increasing environmental problems, environmental management is becoming a challenge and a necessity in the modern world today. Negative consequences of human behavior are increasingly being observed. These reasons have led to environmental changes and consumer awareness of the impact they may have on environmental conservation. Green marketi...
Montenegro is one of the 22 countries of the Mediterranean, but on the continent (inland) most of its territory is a hilly-mountainous area, whose rivers flow into two seas: the Adriatic and the Black Sea. Due to its physical-geographical characteristics, it faces the problem of the impossibility of developing intensive agricultural production. On...
Prof. dr Radovan Pejanovic
University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Agriculture
FROM AGRICULTURAL OVERPOPULATION TO DEAGRARIZATION
(Historical roots of our agrarian problems)
Summary
Using the historical method, the author analyzes two important agrarian phenomena: agrarian overpopulation and deagrarization. The first phenomenon is related to an under...
Award for the best achievements in scientific research the area of agrarian economy and rural development
Award for the best achievements in scientific research the area of agrarian economy and rural development
The area of Serbia and Montenegro, but also Balkan Peninsula as a wider region, has favourable climatic conditions for crop production. However, the distribution of rainfall is often a limiting factor for high yields and stabilized crop production. The sum of rainfall varies from one year to another and variability is practically pronounced during...
The main players in rural development are for instance, factors as impact of technologies, development of domestic and foreign markets, benefits in communication and transport and population migration. The research object of the study is the rural policy and its tools such a financial subsidy contributing to rural economic development in Slovak con...
THE RURAL POLICY OF SLOVAKIA AFTER JOINING THE EU
The area of Serbia and Montenegro, but also Balkan Peninsula as a wider region, has favourable climatic conditions for crop production. However, the distribution of rainfall is often a limiting factor for high yields and stabilized crop production. The sum of rainfall varies from one year to another and variability is practically pronounced during...
The aim of this research was to study the impact of application technique and rate of liquid starter fertilizer applied with a novel device on the production of corn. Starter fertilizer was applied in the root system range of freshly germinated plants in the ‘belt’ and ‘point’ forms at different quantities (35, 50, 70, and 100 L ha⁻¹), which led to...
Ameliorative measures aimed at prevention/mitigation consequences of climate change in agriculture in Croatia. Agriculture and Forestry, 66 (2): 99-107. SUMMARY Climate change can be represented as a change in climate elements (temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, insolation) relative to average values, or as a change in the distribution of...
Ameliorative measures aimed at prevention/mitigation consequences of climate change in agriculture in Croatia. Agriculture and Forestry, 66 (2): 99-107. SUMMARY Climate change can be represented as a change in climate elements (temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, insolation) relative to average values, or as a change in the distribution of...
Today, the urban lifestyle has led people away from nature. That is why the tourism industry is booming day by day for proximity to nature. Traditional residences in rural areas are of particular interest. Because citizens are looking for new places to experience the criterion of adaptation to geographic conditions. One of the most important princi...
In this paper we compared the main structural characteristics of the mixed forest of beech (Fagus moesiaca (Domin, Maly) Czecz.), fir (Avies alba L.) and spruce (Picea abies L.) from the preserve area of the Biogradska Gora with similar managed forests from the same Mountain. Biogradska Gora National Park in Montenegro is part of the Bjelasica Moun...
Traditional rural architecture serves as a historical link connecting the past with modern times, preserving them for the future. This research aims to present the design philosophies of the main constructional elements of traditional architecture in the Zeta Valley, Montenegro, with the intention of proposing innovations. The buildings studied wer...
Farm tourism, as a unique facet of rural tourism, is a hallmark of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina and stands as a well-established, promoted, and popular rural tourist offering. This form of tourism has the potential to invigorate rural economies, augmenting the employment rate among rural populations due to its labor-intensive nature. Furthe...
The last decades of the twentieth century, worldwide, were characterized by the expansion of urban land exceeding the growth of urban population. The significant migration of people from rural to urban areas has resulted in the unplanned growth of cities, often expanding their geographic boundaries to accommodate more inhabitants. These global tren...
With the rapid urbanization development in the Balkans following the Second World War, an increasing number of new buildings are being constructed not only in urban areas but also in rural regions. Some of these structures adhere to original construction methods, or at least those that have persisted for centuries, warranting attention. Additionall...
Activities at social farms are only successful if an appropriate relation is established between the owners and participants. In the case that the initiator of the social farm is a supporting social institution, it has to find such an agricultural unit that performs production relevant for the target group, and/or to engage an expert who is familia...
This paper examines the demographic shifts and population decline in the rural areas surrounding Niksic, Montenegro, spanning from the latter half of the 20th century to the first two decades of the 21st century. Following World War II, industrialization in Niksic experienced substantial growth, with numerous state enterprises established. This led...
The socio-economic and political upheavals resulting from the dissolution of Yugoslavia, along with the subsequent wars across the region from the early 1990s to the late 1990s, alongside economic sanctions imposed by the European Union and other nations, significantly hindered Montenegro's economic progress. By the beginning of 1986, Montenegro ha...
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This paper analyses demographic trends and population decline of the rural area surrounding Niksic, Montenegro, from the second half of the 20th century to the first two decades of the 21st century. After World War II, industry in Niksic began to develop strongly. A large number of state enterprises started to operate, and the consequent industrial...
The Polimlje region is a geographical entity that is covering territory of Northeastern Montenegro, western Serbia and eastern Bosnia & Herzegovina. This research demonstrates the use of the new computer-graphics model WIntErO, successor of the IntErO model of Spalevic, all based on the Erosion Potential Method of Gavrilovic, for calculation of run...
The complexity of hydrological processes, spatial and temporal variation of all effective factors and lack of essential measured filed data convinced researchers to use empirical models in various scales. The IntErO model was used to predict maximum outflow (Qmax), soil erosion intensity (W year) and sediment yield (G year) in one of the internal s...
The study was carried out in the watershed of Oued El Abid that is located upstream of the Bin El Ouidane Dam in Morocco. Looking for a sustainable watershed management practices, we estimated soil losses from the river basin and the sediment yield deposited in the dam of Bin El Ouidane, using the Intensity of Erosion and Outflow-IntErO model, base...
Inappropriate soil management practices and specific climatic conditions in semi-arid region cause loss of soil organic matter (SOM), decline soil fertility, and trigger soil erosion processes and desertification. A two-year field study was carried out to investigate the effects of tillage intensity and fertilizer regime treatments on the productiv...
Sustainable development looking to reduce threats and harmful effects of economic, social and followed proper development patterns and preservation from lands in periphery cities. Urbanization in developing countries in comparison with developed countries accelerating the process has been increasingly and this problem caused to the physical expansi...
Soil erosion is the displacement of the upper layer of soil and it is one of the forms of soil degradation. This natural process is caused by the dynamic activity of erosive agents, that is, water, ice (glaciers), snow, air (wind), plants, animals, and humans. Efficient estimation of the intensity of this process is very important for controlling a...
The aim of this paper is to analyze the current state and the achieved development of organic production in the countries of the region and the Republic of Serbia. The Republic of Serbia has significant potential for production of organic food, mostly due to its favourable climatic conditions. The comparative analysis in this paper includes the ana...
One of the priority values of the modern legal systems is the concept of environmental protection. The European Union has introduced the concept of environmental protection, i.e. liability and compensation for damage caused by wrongful acts directed against environmental values, as one of the fundamental principles firmly embedded in their legal sy...
Soil erosion is a severe environmental problem worldwide as it washes away the fertile topsoil and reduces agricultural production. Nepal, being a hilly country, has significant erosion disputes as well. It is important to cognise the soil erosion processes occurring in a river basin to manage the erosion severity and plan for better soil conservat...
The aim of this exploratory study was to determine most useful indicators of intellectual capital in Serbian food industry. The study investigated managers' perceptions of indicator usefulness and practical application. They were top and middle managers from 18 food organizations, committed to the bioeconomy. The survey items were divided into huma...
The aim of the paper is to explore trends,
structure and regional destinations of wine
exports and imports in CEFTA countries. The
period of the research was 2012-2016. The
average exports of wine in these countries
amount to 226.6 million liters with a
declining trend at a rate of 5.5% per year.
The most significant exporter among these
countries...
Green Room Sessions International Conference aims to be platform for international scientific discussion on agriculture in general as well as agriculture in conjunction with economics and ecology, food and nutrition science and technology, rural development, environment and forestry. Green Room Sessions brings together and is connecting research, i...
The research has been conducted in the Bijeli Potok Watershed (2.9 km 2) located in the northern Montenegro to investigate the effects of physical-geographical factors and land use on soil erosion process using the Erosion Potential Method (EPM) embedded in the Intensity of Erosion and Outflow model (IntErO), predicting peak discharge, soil erosion...
The aim of the paper is to develop a methodology for the audit of the model of financing agricultural households of local governments in Serbia and to assess whether the existing model provides the source of financing of local governments and contributes to the development of the Republic of Serbia. The process of developing the audit methodology i...
Rural development policy emphasizes the importance of neutralizing the infrastructure and economic differences that exist in social and cultural aspects of life between the centres and peripheral regions. Rural development can be stimulated through the improvement of various mechanisms to facilitate coordination of agricultural development activiti...
Electricity markets have experienced very interesting developments during the last 5 years (2014-2018). The beginning of this period was characterized by very low prices on the electricity exchanges, which have endangered survival of the electricity producing companies. Electricity prices have stayed on the extraordinarily low levels for almost the...
Modern conditions of economic functioning require the national economy to be present on the world market. Presence on the world market is a precondition for the development of the economies of some countries. Dynamic economic development requires the need for a high level of financial cooperation to be achieved by the competent services in order to...
The Western Balkans, where Serbia and Montenegro belong, have favorable climatic conditions for successful agricultural production, except that the amount of precipitation in the period of vegetation is insufficient or uneven, which is a limiting factor of high yields and stable production. Drought is present in this region almost every year with a...
The Polimlje area represents a geographical entity, which includes the Lim Valley on the territory of Montenegro, Serbia and Bosnia & Herzegovina. The river, from the source to the mouth of Lim in the Drina near Medjedje, is about 220 kilometres long. The Komaracka River is located in the Upper Polimlje which includes a basin of the Upper Lim River...
Vegetation cover change in all the river basins leads to the changes of hydrologic response, soil erosion and sediment dynamics characteristics. Those changes are often viewed as main cause of anthropogenic and accelerated erosion rates in short term and one of the main reasons of climate change in long term. The effects of vegetation cover changes...
The subject of the research was to study the previous measures of agricultural policy as part of economic policy and analyzes of rural development of Montenegro, proposing at the same time guidelines and options for further development. How much has Montenegro done on this issue is also one of the research questions in this paper. The subject of th...
The subject of the research was to study the previous measures of agricultural policy as part of economic policy and analyzes of rural development of Montenegro, proposing at the same time guidelines and options for further development. How much has Montenegro done on this issue is also one of the research questions in this paper. The subject of th...
Rural development policy emphasizes the importance of neutralizing the infrastructure and economic differences that exist in social and cultural aspects of life between the centers and peripheral regions. Rural development can be stimulated through the improvement of various mechanisms to facilitate coordination of agricultural development activiti...
The aim of the paper is to analyze the current state and the achieved developmentof food production in the organic production system in the Republic of Serbia and the neighbouring countries. The Republic of Serbia and the countries of the region have significant potential for organic food production, which is in particular because of favourable cli...
The selection of agricultural plants for sowing and planning the economic success in production is done in conditions of uncertainty and high risk. The factors, which cause the biggest uncertainty in achieving returns in agricultural production, can be quantified by the valuation method. The sense, value, mannerand process of decision-making proble...
Montenegro is a hilly and mountainous country. Fertile plains around the rivers and coastal floodplains of Montenegro are densely populated, much more than the other parts of the country. That is the case with Bjelopavlici Plain, with rich potential for agricultural practices and suitable climate. Agricultural and commercial potential have attracte...
Both minor and wider area of the Skadar Lake is knownfor its natural value. The rich biodiversity of the greatest wetlands on the Balkans, is not only important for Montenegro and the neighbouring Albania, as a Lake is on their territories, but has a much greater significance for the region, entire Europe, and even wider. Precisely for this reasons...
The Western Balkans, where Serbia and Montenegro belong, have favorable climatic conditions for successful agricultural production, except that the amount of precipitation in the period of vegetation is insufficient or uneven, which is a limiting factor of high yields and stable production. Drought is present in this region almost every year with a...
Many rural areas in Montenegro are undergoing significant ecological and socioeconomic transformations. Agricultural development of small settlements should be one of primary goals of all the agricultural, rural development and environmental management strategies, employed to make full use of labor that now remain in the rural areas of Montenegro....
Both minor and wider area of the Skadar Lake is known for its natural value. The rich biodiversity of the greatest wetlands on the Balkans, is not only important for Montenegro and the neighbouring Albania, as a Lake is on their territories, but has a much greater significance for the region, entireEurope, and even wider. Precisely for this reasons...
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What are the comparative advantages, disadvantages, sustainability, and risks of organic versus conventional agriculture? Based on current trends and research, which approach is more likely to dominate in the future?
The debate between organic and conventional agriculture encompasses a range of factors critical to the future of food production and environmental sustainability. Organic agriculture is often praised for its emphasis on natural processes and reduced chemical inputs, potentially offering benefits such as improved soil health, reduced environmental pollution, and enhanced biodiversity. Conversely, conventional agriculture is typically associated with higher yields and efficiency through the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, which can lead to greater short-term productivity but may raise concerns about long-term soil health, ecosystem impact, and pesticide residues.
This discussion aims to explore the comparative advantages and disadvantages of each approach, examining aspects such as environmental impact, economic viability, and food safety. Additionally, it will consider the sustainability of both methods in the context of current and future agricultural demands. Key questions include:
- What are the specific benefits and drawbacks of organic versus conventional farming practices?
- How do these practices affect soil health, biodiversity, and ecosystem stability?
- What are the economic implications for farmers and consumers?
- How do current trends and technological advancements influence the future viability of these approaches?
By analyzing these factors, we seek to understand which agricultural method might be more resilient and sustainable in the face of global challenges such as climate change, population growth, and resource depletion.
We are interested in rural housing rehabilitation. Is it possible to receive some examples and templates for useful swot analysis; Interviews, Focus group examples in this regard?
Housing is a part of the rural structure with an important role in the formation of the structural and architectural identity of villages. The rural houses possess a complex form due to their multiple functions and embedded activities. Common formal aspects of rural housing were less affected by those of the city. In rural areas, dwellings individual dwellings have specific formational directions. We are looking for improving structural resistance, to improve the quality of housing and rural structure, safety, sanitary and welfare level in villages; to increase the resistance of rural housing. We are interested to receive some practical analytical and descriptive approaches for the preparation of our surveys; looking for some theoretical literature review of rural housing, to analyze the structure and configuration of the villages of SEE and Western Balkans.
