THE IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION SYSTEM ON THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE RURAL LABOUR MARKET SITUATION

The main propose of this article was to reveal the persistent dependence between the value of agricultural education and rural labour market indicators. The rural labour market investigations denoted negative trends of young people employment. One of the rural labour market greatest problems is the lack of attractiveness for well-qualified young people. Along with other factors, agricultural education represents an effective tool to improve the labour market situation in the rural space. According to the employers’ questionnaires, there are some problems related to young people ability to integrate their theoretical knowledge in practical contexts. Another problem concerns the low level of knowledge and lack of practical skills in starting up a business. These conclusions emphasized the necessity of curriculum improvement in the higher education system, modernization of the educational technology and establishment of effective collaborations with enterprises.