The land-lease in Bulgaria – opportunities for Belter use of agricultural land

Purpose of this paper is to analyze and evaluate the tenancy model of agriculture in Bulgaria and offer guidance and solutions for its development which allow and contribute to its adaptation to EU agricultural conditions. The report examines the status and problems of renting of agricultural land in Bulgaria. The analysis results are based on a survey of the status of the land market and the author’s own study.

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