Abstract
Using a bioeconomic modelling approach the chapter analyses land-use alternatives in northern Costa Rica, giving explicit attention to the incorporation of local labour markets, crop and animal production and environmental indicators. Their model is used to analyse the effects of technology and policy alternatives, including a pesticide tax and forestry subsidies. Labour and product market conditions are found to substantially influence the outcomes.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Tradesoffs or Synergies? Agricultural intensification, economic development and the environment |
Editors | D.R. Lee, C.B. Barrett |
Place of Publication | New York, USA |
Publisher | CABI |
Chapter | 14 |
Pages | 267-284 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780851994352 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2001 |