On the issue of the development of small forms of economy in rural territories of the Altai krai

Аbstract. The article indicates the significant contribution of small forms of farming in the settlements of the Altai Territory, shows the dynamics of the number of households of small forms of ownership in the villages of the region, indicates their share in the total regional agricultural production, both in the plant growing industry and in animal husbandry, noted the specific growth of their products. The structure of the use of the cultivated areas of these farms is considered, and its redistribution towards high-margin crops is noted.