Examines growth and production trends in the export and food sectors since the mid-70s, analysing in detail the production and marketing of rice and public policies towards this sector. Looks at the implications of the recent liberalisation of rice prices for poverty and income distribution.

Working paper on the economic and social implications of a fishery development agricultural project for rural women in Kerala, India. Discusses technological changes and demographic trends 1901-1981. Examines the impact on increasing income generating activities, declining family size, literacy,...

ILO pub. Working paper on the effects of multinational enterprise on employment, illustrated by a case study of France and the role of France in the international division of labour - examines activities of foreign and French subsidiaries of multinationals, their employment creation, labour...