Strategic parameters for the development of rural areas, taking into account the use of spatial and sectoral potential

The article identifies the content and main characteristics of the spatial and sectoral potential (SSP) of rural areas, which means an integrated combination of resources, reserves and opportunities for the development of sectors of the rural economy. It has been proven that the strategic management of rural SSPs is based on spatial and sectoral approaches, which makes it possible to link the possibilities of using spatial potential in accordance with the sectoral structure of the economy. A methodology for assessing the relationship between the degree of use of spatial and sectoral potential and the level of development of rural areas was proposed. The results of its application were taken into account when justifying the strategic parameters of rural development according to inertial, basic and optimistic scenarios. This approach can be used to improve rural policies.