The influence of digital technologies on the form and content of contracts in the Agricultural law

摘要

The article analyzes the features and new trends of contractual relations in agriculture, due to the introduction of digital platforms based on information and communication networks. The method of system analysis, method of interpretation of law and comparative legal method were used in the study. As a result of the applied methodology, a theoretical and legal model of the contract in agriculture based on the use of digital technologies is proposed. This implies a decentralized architecture, agriculture with the use of blockchain technology. A common view on the process of digitalization of contractual relations in agriculture with the use of blockchain is developed. It became obvious that for the transition to the digital economy in agriculture it is necessary to improve both contractual relations and the texts of contracts, giving the latter a digital (electronic) form and perfect legal content. New trends in the legal regulation of contractual relations in agriculture are revealed, proposals for the adoption of new laws are made.