Directions for the implementation of cluster policy in the region

At present, the urgency of the problem of managing regional competitiveness is increasing. The practice of the most developed countries shows that the implementation of cluster policy is an effective mechanism for improving the competitiveness of regions. The necessary stage in the implementation of cluster policy is the assessment of the clustering potential, according to which the cluster group "Dairy products production" has the highest clustering potential among the manufacturing industries in the region. Consequently, in these industries it is advisable to implement cluster policy at the regional level.