The formation of arctic agriculture in the USSR (Yamal)

From the perspective of importance of Arctic territories in the life of modern civilization the article considers the historical conditions and the results of the formation of polar agriculture in the USSR based on the materials of the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous District in the period of the 1930s. Based on the careful study of various historical sources, the author determines major factors (including exile of peasants) and means of state policy implementation regarding exploration of the Northern territories. Interdisciplinary method was used for the purposes of this article. This approach allows exploring the topic from different scientific perspectives. The article analyzes the main state policies regarding agricultural development of the arctic region. The paper reviews first farming experience in the region and set up of agricultural institutions. The dynamic of agricultural development is supported by the statistical data. The article also dwells on the role that the Main Administration of the Northern Sea Route played in the economical development of the region...