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Professor Zeljko Vasko is a distinguished full professor at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Banja Luka, with dual professorships in Agricultural Economics and Rural Development (awarded May 2019) and Economic Planning and Development (awarded April 2020). His academic career spans over two decades of research and teaching in agricultural economics, with a specific focus on the Bosnian context.
Professor Vasko's research interests encompass agricultural economics, rural development, agricultural policy, food security, agricultural trade, rural finance, and project management in agriculture. His scholarly work addresses critical issues facing Bosnian agriculture, including trade integration with European markets, sustainable agricultural practices, rural tourism development, and the economic viability of agricultural production systems. Recent publications demonstrate his engagement with contemporary challenges such as pandemic impacts on food systems and the implementation of the EU Green Agenda in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
His extensive publication record, spanning from 1997 through 2025, shows consistent scholarly productivity with numerous articles in international journals covering agricultural economics and policy. His research often combines theoretical economic analysis with practical field studies, producing policy-relevant insights for Bosnian agricultural development. Professor Vasko's work frequently examines the intersection of local agricultural systems with broader regional and international frameworks, particularly regarding EU integration processes.
As an educator, Professor Vasko teaches across all academic cycles at the Faculty of Agriculture, offering courses in project management, rural financing, investment analysis, and agricultural planning. His teaching reflects his research expertise, providing students with both theoretical foundations and practical applications in agricultural economics and rural development.
- Full Professor in Agricultural Economics and Rural Development (since May 2019)
- Full Professor in Economic Planning and Development (since April 2020)
- Author of over 100 scholarly publications from 1997-2025
- Contributor to multiple strategic agricultural development plans for Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Active participant in international research collaborations and projects
Professor Vasko's work bridges academic research with practical policy applications, making significant contributions to understanding and improving agricultural systems in Bosnia and Herzegovina. His research continues to evolve with emerging challenges in agricultural economics and rural development, maintaining relevance to both academic discourse and practical policy implementation.