Agricultural Technologies and Tropical Deforestation (Cabi) [Paperback]

Arild Angelsen (Author), David Kaimowitz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 15, 2001 | ISBN-10: 0851994512 | ISBN-13: 978-0851994512 | Edition: First

This book has been developed from a workshop on Technological change in agriculture and tropical deforestation organised by the Center for International Forestry Research and held in Costa Rica in March, 1999. It explores how intensification of agriculture affects tropical deforestation using case studies from different geographical regions, using different agricultural products and technologies and in differing demographic situations and market conditions. Guidance is also given on future agricultural research and extension efforts.

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About the Author

A. Angelsen, Center for International Forestry Research, Indonesia; and Department of Economics and Social Sciences, Agricultural University of Norway. D. Kaimowitz, Center for International Forestry Research.

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: CABI; First edition (February 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0851994512
• ISBN-13: 978-0851994512
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,124,000 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #91 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Agricultural Sciences > Tropical Agriculture

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must read, October 11, 2002

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This review is from: Agricultural Technologies and Tropical Deforestation (Cabi) (Paperback)

A must read for anyone who is interested in the issues facing low-income countries. This book offers a global perspective on the agricultural development and envormental change. It has the academic rigor, yet provides insightful discussions for policy makers worldwide.