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The Economics of Agricultural Development

World Food Systems and Resource Use

By: George W. Norton,Jeffrey Alwang,William A. Masters

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The Economics of Agricultural Development

World Food Systems and Resource Use

By: George W. Norton,Jeffrey Alwang,William A. Masters

Persistent problems with poverty, rapid population growth and malnutrition in many developing countries are among the most serious issues facing the world today. This book examines the causes, severity and effects of these problems, as well as potential solutions. The authors consider the implications of globalization of goods, services and capital for agriculture, poverty and the environment; and identify linkages in the world food system, stressing how agricultural and economic situations in poor countries affect industrialized nations and vice versa. Focusing on the role that agriculture can play in improving economic and nutritional wellbeing and how that role might be enhanced, this book is essential reading.

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Economics of Agricultural Development

World Food Systems and Resource Use

By: George W. Norton,Jeffrey Alwang,William A. Masters

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Economics of Agricultural Development

World Food Systems and Resource Use

By: George W. Norton,Jeffrey Alwang,William A. Masters

Economics of Agricultural Development examines the causes, severity, and effects of poverty, population growth, and malnutrition in developing countries. It discusses potential solutions to these problems, progress made in many countries in recent years, and the implications of globalization for agriculture, poverty, and the environment. Topics covered in the book include: Means for utilizing agricultural surpluses to further overall economic development The sustainability of the natural resource environment Gender issues in relation to agriculture and resource use The contribution of improved technologies to agricultural development The importance of agricultural policies and institutions to development and trade Actions to encourage more rapid agricultural and economic development This new edition reflects the following developments: Growth in environmental challenges due to climate change Continued progress in agricultural and economic development in many low-income countries while other countries and regions are being left behind Continued growth in demand for higher-valued farm products This book is essential reading for undergraduate students seeking to understand the economics of agricultural development and the world food system, including environmental and human consequences, international trade, and capital flows. It contains a wealth of real-world case studies and is accompanied by a website.

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Taylor & Francis

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1000417603

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Economics and Management of the Food Industry

By: Jeffrey H. Dorfman

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Economics and Management of the Food Industry

By: Jeffrey H. Dorfman

This book analyzes the economics of the food industry at every stage between the farm gate and the kitchen counter. Central to the text are agricultural marketing problems such as the allocation of production between competing products (such as fresh and frozen markets), spatial competition, interregional trade, optimal storage, and price discrimination. Topics covered will be useful to students who expect to have careers such as food processing management, food sector buying or selling, restaurant management, supermarket management, marketing/advertising, risk management, and product development. The focus is on real world-relevant skills and examples and on intuition and economic understanding above mathematical sophistication, although the text does draw on the nuances of modern economic theory.

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1134456565

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Economics of Agricultural Development

2nd Edition

By: George W. Norton,Jeffrey Alwang,William A. Masters

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Economics of Agricultural Development

2nd Edition

By: George W. Norton,Jeffrey Alwang,William A. Masters

The globalization of goods, services and capital for agriculture is fundamental to the future of developing countries and has major implications for the fight against poverty and sustainability of the environment. In recent years, agriculture has once again returned to a position of centre stage as food price volatility has led countries to re-examine their development strategies. This new edition of the essential textbook in the field builds on the 2006 original and reflects the following developments: the increased impact of climate change issues affecting agricultural markets such as bio-fuels, the rise in farm prices and energy costs the move to higher valued agricultural products The book contains a wealth of real world case studies and is now accompanied by a website that includes powerpoint lectures, a photo bank and a large set of discussion and exam questions. The accompanying website is available to view at http://ecagdev.agecon.vt.edu/

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Economics of Agricultural Development

World Food Systems and Resource Use

By: George W. Norton,Jeffrey Alwang,William A. Masters

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Economics of Agricultural Development

World Food Systems and Resource Use

By: George W. Norton,Jeffrey Alwang,William A. Masters

Economics of Agricultural Development examines the causes, severity, and effects of poverty, population growth, and malnutrition in developing countries. It discusses potential solutions to these problems, progress made in many countries in recent years, and the implications of globalization for agriculture, poverty, and the environment. Topics covered in the book include: • Means for utilizing agricultural surpluses to further overall economic development • The sustainability of the natural resource environment • Gender issues in relation to agriculture and resource use • The contribution of agricultural technologies • The importance of agricultural and macroeconomic policies as related to development and trade, and the successes and failures of such policies • Actions to encourage more rapid agricultural and economic development The globalization of trade in goods, services, and capital has been fundamental to changes being experienced in the agricultural and rural sectors of developing countries. It has major implications for the fight against poverty and food insecurity and for environmental sustainability. Recently, agriculture has returned to a position of center stage in the development dialog as food price volatility has increased along with water scarcity, and concerns grow over the effects of climate change on food supply and food security. This new edition of the essential textbook in the field builds on the 2010 edition and reflects the following developments: • Growth in foreign demand for land and other natural resources • Significant progress in agricultural and economic development in some low-income countries while others are being left behind • Continued growth in demand for higher-valued farm products This book is essential reading for undergraduate students seeking to understand the economics of agricultural development and the world food system, including environmental and human consequences, international trade, and capital flows.

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113512406X

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Why Has Poverty Increased in Zimbabwe?

By: Jeffrey R. Alwang,Bradford F. Mills,Nelson Taruvinga

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Why Has Poverty Increased in Zimbabwe?

By: Jeffrey R. Alwang,Bradford F. Mills,Nelson Taruvinga

Poverty increased in Zimbabwe in all sectors of the economy during the 1990s. This book provides reasons for the increase in poverty using several analytical techniques including nonparametric and parametric statistical methods. This book is part of a series of studies completed under the Poverty Dynamics in Africa Initiative designed to make use of the vastly improved household survey data in Africa. This series intends to enhance understanding of poverty trends in the region, and to frame more successful poverty-reducing policies for the future.

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The Friedman Papers

By: Jeffrey Tucker

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The Friedman Papers

By: Jeffrey Tucker

This exclusive ALS Friedman Conference volume is a collection of Jeffrey Tucker's writings that have been selected in order to showcase his views on a wide range of issues. In reading these pieces you will be treated to Tucker's unique insights and libertarian outlook that will leave you with a fresh new perspective. Tucker isn't afraid to talk about any topic and this volume includes pieces on cryptocurrency, sexual harassment, cultural appropriation, net neutrality, the welfare state and more. Tucker's style is friendly and conversational, and he writes always with libertarian principles firmly in the spotlight. Enjoy this first of many Friedman papers, published each year in time for the next ALS Friedman Conference. Jeffrey Tucker, Editorial Director American Institute for Economic Research https: //www.aier.org/staff/jeffrey-tucker

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The Economics of Agricultural Development

The Economics of Agricultural Development

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Economics of Agricultural Development

Economics of Agricultural Development

Economics of Agricultural Development

Why Has Poverty Increased in Zimbabwe?

Why Has Poverty Increased in Zimbabwe?

The Friedman Papers

The Friedman Papers

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