A stochastic production frontier model was estimated to provide standard measurement of technical efficiency of the dual-purpose cattle system located in Zulia State, Venezuela. This system is based on local and low-cost inputs, but has been considered to be inefficient because of its low...

This paper focuses on one section of the Food For Peace program. Essentially, it emphasizes combing surplus labor and food in a work program to accelerate development and expand future income flows. An analysis of potential contributions and limitations of food for work programs requires raising...