International Trade and Agriculture: Theories and Practices

In an increasingly globalized world, an understanding of the role of international trade is central to the study of agricultural economics and agribusiness. This text interweaves these two elements, explaining the theories and practices relevant to agricultural trade. Using real-life examples to explain theories and models, the text prepares readers to critically examine agricultural trade issues. In addition to its comprehensive coverage, each chapter features chapter overviews and summaries, key concepts, questions for review, and suggested readings. This work: explains the theories and practices relevant to agricultural trade; uses real-life agricultural examples to convey theories and models; offers an international perspective on an increasingly globalized market; and, features extensive pedagogical material, including chapter overviews and summaries, key concepts, review questions, and suggested readings.