Agroecosystems of the Samara region and features of their ecosystem services

This article continues the consideration of agroecosystem services and related functions on a regional scale. For the Samara region, as well as for Russia, there are no sufficiently in-depth studies in terms of ecosystem services, especially agro-ecosystem services. A significant difference between garden agroecosystems and natural ecosystems and the main service provided to humans is the performance of such a function as providing food in the required amount. Pome crops prevail in perennial plantings (56%), mainly apple and pear; berry crops (23%), mainly strawberries, raspberries, black currants; stone fruits (18%), mainly plums, sour cherries, sweet cherries. Due to the smaller area of agricultural systems, the value of their services is lower globally, however, they are critical for the well-being of the population.