Economics of Agricultural Development

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 developmentThe sustainability of the natural resource environmentGender issues in relation to agriculture and resource useThe contribution of improved technologies to agricultural developmentThe importance of agricultural policies and institutions to development and tradeActions to encourage more rapid agricultural and economic developmentThis new edition reflects the following developments:Growth in environmental challenges due to climate changeContinued progress in agricultural and economic development in many low-incomecountries while other countries and regions are being left behindContinued growth in demand for higher-valued farm productsThis 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.