This thesis deals with the Kosovar agricultural economy and the introduction of
new approaches. Kosova is an economy in transition with high unemployment,
young population and structural problems. The privatization process promises a
better future and economic growth. However, hard work and new approaches are
needed. Privatization does not mean immediate growth. Hereby, clusters are
considered as an appropriate approach to develop rural areas. Especially the
wine sector in Kosova could be an example for cluster development as it is a
promising sector. Wine has a long history in Kosova although wine consumption
is not widespread. This sector is a rare example where exports are higher than
imports. Climate conditions cheep working force and as stated the background
make this sector attractive. Foreign agencies and investors are very interested
in this sector.
This thesis will show the main problems and main opportunities of this sector.
It will describe the structural changes and current developments. Cluster
creation is not a government function. Further, it is not a tailor-made
solution. In fact, clustering involves many roles. Each participant has certain
duties but the whole process needs coordination. The monitoring and supervision
of the whole process, the identification of needs and permanent exchange of the
participants are organized in a cluster. At the end, a win-win situation is
created even if competition is raised to a high level. Competition and the
functioning of free markets guarantee the success of the sector and as a
results regional development. One cluster helps to create another. Starting o...