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The economic costs and consequences of terrorism

Richardson, Harry Ward (contributor); … - 2007

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The dynamics of innovation clusters : a study of the food industry

Lagnevik, Magnus (ed.); Sjöholm, Ingegerd (ed.); … - 2003

This book provides an in-depth analysis of the processes of innovation found in industrial clusters. The authors focus particularly on the characteristics of innovation clusters and their operation in the food industry. This is revealed through novel case studies, detailed research on the...

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The firm, competitiveness, and environmental regulations : a study of the European food processing industries

Hitchens, D. M. W. N.; Birnie, Esmond; McGowan, Angela; … - 1998

Do environmental regulations harm international competitiveness? In answer to this question, this book focuses on the impact of regulatory policies on competitiveness and employment at the firm level. It investigates the trade-off between environmental regulations and competitiveness across...

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The economics of food security

Jha, Raghbendra (contributor); Gaiha, Raghav (contributor) - 2016

Professor Jha and Professor Gaiha address important issues of food security in their wide-ranging selection of the most influential published contributions in this area of study. Their comprehensive, original research review discusses each article and places it within the context of twelve...

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The Elgar companion to the Asian development bank

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Food security in Africa : market and trade policy for staple foods in Eastern and southern Africa

Sarris, Alexander (ed.); Morrison, Jamie (ed.) - 2010

Drawing on insights from theoretical applications, empirically based approaches and case study experience, this book contributes to the improved design and use of trade and related policy interventions in staple food markets

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Handbook of research on small business and entrepreneurship

Chell, Elizabeth (contributor); … - 2014

This insightful Handbook focuses on behaviour, performance and relationships in small and entrepreneurial firms. It introduces a variety of contemporary topics, research methods and theoretical frameworks that will provide cutting edge analysis, stimulate thought, raise further questions and...

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SME performance : separating myth from reality

Watson, John - 2010

researchers and practitioners. This enlightening book investigates the pitfalls which have affected the assessment of SME …pt. 1. Background -- pt. 2. SME performance -- pt. 3. Comparing the performance of female- and male-controlled SMEs … -- pt. 4. Growth financing for SMEs -- pt. 5. Networking and SME performance -- pt. 6. Conclusions …

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Handbook of research on family business

Smyrnios, Kosmas (contributor); … - 2006

: an exploratory study / Kristin Cappuyns -- Family and cultural forces : shaping entrepreneurship and SME development in …

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