Organic Waste Management as an Opportunity for Sustainable Rural Tourism Development

Radović Jakovljević, Marina and Stanić Jovanović, Sara and Đeković Šević, Milica (2026) Organic Waste Management as an Opportunity for Sustainable Rural Tourism Development. In: Proceedings / Second international scientific agri-business conference "Agro mak" 2026, Local resources and global challenges: integrated approaches to sustainable rural development in the era of climate change. Издавач Chamber of Organic Producers–COP, Kumanovo, Republic of North Macedonia, Center for Research, Science, Education, and Mediation "CINEP", Belgrade, Serbia, Association for Development of Agriculture and Environmental Protection through Research, E, Kumanovo, Republic of North Macedonia, pp. 138-146. ISBN 978-608-67371-1-5

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Abstract

Organic waste in rural areas represents both a challenge and a potential resource for sustainable management. This review analyzes composting and anaerobic digestion, describing their phases, key success factors, and implementation challenges. Emphasis is placed on proper process management and community education to improve agriculture and environmental protection. In the context of rural tourism development, proper bio-waste management can contribute to environmental conservation and the improvement of the local economy by strengthening authentic tourism offerings of the local community. By integrating this practice into the local tourism offering through the concept of a circular economy, waste is transformed into resources, thereby reducing the negative impact on the environment and creating added value for the local community through the production of organic food, energy and educational content for visitors. Rural tourism based on the principles of sustainability is increasingly attracting modern tourist demand, which strives for an environmentally responsible experience.

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