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  <titleInfo>
    <title>Fundamentals of Agricultural Economics</title>
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  <name type="personal">
    <namePart>Austin, Jhon Langshaw</namePart>
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    <publisher>Pinakin</publisher>
    <dateIssued>2026</dateIssued>
    <edition>1</edition>
    <issuance>monographic</issuance>
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  <language>
    <languageTerm authority="iso639-2b" type="code">Eng</languageTerm>
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  <language>
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  <physicalDescription>
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  <tableOfContents>Agricultural Marketing 
Functions of Agricultural Marketing
Marketing Channels in Agriculture 
Role of Middlemen in Agricultural Marketing 
Price Determination in Agricultural Markets 
Government Policies Affecting Agricultural Marketing 
Agricultural Cooperatives and Their Role 
Agricultural Policy and Rural Development
Objectives of Agricultural Policy 
Land Reform Policies 
Subsidies and Support Prices
Rural Development Program
Role of Microfinance in Rural Development 
Agricultural Finance 
Sources of Agricultural Finance
Role of Commercial Banks in Agriculture Microfinance and Its Impact on Agriculture 
Government Schemes for Agricultural Credit
Risk Management in Agricultural Finance 
Agricultural Insurance 
Agricultural Trade and International Economics 
Concepts of Agricultural Trade
International Trade Agreements Affecting Agriculture
Protecting Domestic Agriculture Through Trade Policy
Impact of Tariffs and Subsidies on Agriculture 
Role of World Trade Organization in Agricultural Trade 
Agricultural Economics and the Environment 
Environmental Impact of Agricultural Practices 
Sustainable Agriculture and Its Importance
Role of Agricultural Economics in Environmental Conservation 
Policies for Sustainable Agriculture 
Biodiversity and Agriculture 
Agricultural Labor Economics 
Labor Force in Agriculture
Migrant Workers’ Vital Role in Agriculture
Wage Determination in Agriculture 
Labor Laws Affecting Agriculture
Role of Women in Agriculture
Child Labor in Agriculture .
Agricultural Economics in Developing Countries 
Challenges in Agricultural Development 
Role of Agriculture in Economic Growth 
Agricultural Education and Extension 
Food Security Issues   
Bibliography </tableOfContents>
  <note>This book provides a comprehensive introduction to agricultural economics, exploring the principles, concepts, and methods used to analyze agricultural production, markets, and policies. It examines the economic factors that influence farming, including resource allocation, cost analysis, supply and demand, and pricing mechanisms. The text also discusses the role of government policies, trade, and technological innovations in shaping agricultural development and sustainability. By integrating theory with real-world applications, it equips readers with the tools to understand economic decision-making in agriculture and assess strategies for improving productivity and efficiency.With clear explanations and practical examples, the book is designed for students, researchers, and professionals in agriculture, economics, and rural development. It emphasizes the importance of balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability and social equity, providing a well-rounded perspective on the dynamic field of agricultural economics.</note>
  <subject>
    <topic>Agricultural Economics</topic>
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  <classification authority="ddc">338.1 AUS/F</classification>
  <classification authority="Colon Classification"/>
  <identifier type="isbn">9789360610173</identifier>
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