Agricultural Resources and Environmental Indicators, 1996-97Margot Anderson DIANE Publishing, 1998 - 347 pages Takes stock of how natural resources (land and water) and commercial inputs (energy, nutrients, pesticides, and machinery) are used in the agricultural sector; shows how they contribute to environmental quality; and links use and quality to technological change, production management practices, and farm programs. Provides a comprehensive source of data and analysis on the factors that affect resource use and quality in American agriculture. Examines the economic factors that affect resource use, and estimates the costs and benefits (to farmers, consumers, and the government) of meeting conservation and environmental goals. Tables. |
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