Mathematical Modeling of Agricultural Crop Diversification in Ukraine: Scientific Approaches and Empirical Results*

The paper describes an agricultural crop diversification model on the basis of simulation modeling and robust solutions. The model is intended for the design and development of the optimal structure of crop areas in order to combine the agricultural crops in a compatible manner, and to gradually transition to the principles of sustainable farming in domestic agriculture. A detailed analysis of the modern practice of monoculture farming was conducted. Based on these calculations, a diversified structure of ten agricultural crops is proposed, which will help strengthen the internal food security and harmonize agricultural development in its ecological, social, and economic aspects.