Research Article

Clustering and employment opportunities in the development of sericulture and cocoon production in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan

Volume: 30 Number: 2 August 21, 2025
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Clustering and employment opportunities in the development of sericulture and cocoon production in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan

Abstract

The article examines the development dynamics of sericulture and cocoon production sectors in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan (Sheki-Zagatala economic-geographical region) during the period 2018–2023, the application of a cluster-based production model, and the impact of these sectors on employment. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the cluster approach to enhance the economic potential of sericulture, one of the region’s traditional economic activities, and to investigate changes in the labor market within this field. The research employs both qualitative and quantitative analyses based on official statistical data, regional development programs, and reports from local executive authorities, identifying the influence of the silk industry on the regional labor market. A SWOT analysis was conducted to assess the development opportunities and existing challenges of these sectors. Considering the sericulture potential of the region, clusters and subclusters were identified based on production, labor market, and other functional characteristics. For the first time, a monomorphic logistic model was developed and applied to organize clustering in sericulture and cocoon production, demonstrating its effectiveness as a tool for optimizing the regional production chain.

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Supporting Institution

Sheki Regional Scientific Centre of Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences

Ethical Statement

The authors of the article declare that there is no conflict of interest among them. This study is part of the doctoral thesis of the first (corresponding) author.

Thanks

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Student Officer Ayshan Salmanova and Vafa Atayeva, who generously provided their interest and support in the planning, research, execution, and development of my article

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Agricultural Economics (Other), Soil Sciences and Plant Nutrition (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

August 9, 2025

Publication Date

August 21, 2025

Submission Date

October 7, 2024

Acceptance Date

April 27, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 30 Number: 2

APA
Ismayilova, A., Azizov, F., Şükürlü, Y., & Bəkirov, Q. (2025). Clustering and employment opportunities in the development of sericulture and cocoon production in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan. Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi Tarım Bilimleri Dergisi, 30(2), 451-471. https://doi.org/10.37908/mkutbd.1559366
AMA
1.Ismayilova A, Azizov F, Şükürlü Y, Bəkirov Q. Clustering and employment opportunities in the development of sericulture and cocoon production in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan. MKU. J. Agric. Sci. 2025;30(2):451-471. doi:10.37908/mkutbd.1559366
Chicago
Ismayilova, Aygun, Farhad Azizov, Yusif Şükürlü, and Qüdürət Bəkirov. 2025. “Clustering and Employment Opportunities in the Development of Sericulture and Cocoon Production in the Northwestern Region of Azerbaijan”. Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi Tarım Bilimleri Dergisi 30 (2): 451-71. https://doi.org/10.37908/mkutbd.1559366.
EndNote
Ismayilova A, Azizov F, Şükürlü Y, Bəkirov Q (August 1, 2025) Clustering and employment opportunities in the development of sericulture and cocoon production in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan. Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi Tarım Bilimleri Dergisi 30 2 451–471.
IEEE
[1]A. Ismayilova, F. Azizov, Y. Şükürlü, and Q. Bəkirov, “Clustering and employment opportunities in the development of sericulture and cocoon production in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan”, MKU. J. Agric. Sci., vol. 30, no. 2, pp. 451–471, Aug. 2025, doi: 10.37908/mkutbd.1559366.
ISNAD
Ismayilova, Aygun - Azizov, Farhad - Şükürlü, Yusif - Bəkirov, Qüdürət. “Clustering and Employment Opportunities in the Development of Sericulture and Cocoon Production in the Northwestern Region of Azerbaijan”. Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi Tarım Bilimleri Dergisi 30/2 (August 1, 2025): 451-471. https://doi.org/10.37908/mkutbd.1559366.
JAMA
1.Ismayilova A, Azizov F, Şükürlü Y, Bəkirov Q. Clustering and employment opportunities in the development of sericulture and cocoon production in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan. MKU. J. Agric. Sci. 2025;30:451–471.
MLA
Ismayilova, Aygun, et al. “Clustering and Employment Opportunities in the Development of Sericulture and Cocoon Production in the Northwestern Region of Azerbaijan”. Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi Tarım Bilimleri Dergisi, vol. 30, no. 2, Aug. 2025, pp. 451-7, doi:10.37908/mkutbd.1559366.
Vancouver
1.Aygun Ismayilova, Farhad Azizov, Yusif Şükürlü, Qüdürət Bəkirov. Clustering and employment opportunities in the development of sericulture and cocoon production in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan. MKU. J. Agric. Sci. 2025 Aug. 1;30(2):451-7. doi:10.37908/mkutbd.1559366