This study compares parametric and semiparametric smoothing techniques to estimate the environmental Kuznet curve. The ad hoc functional form where income is related either as a square or a cubic function to environmental quality is relaxed in search of a better nonlinear fit to the...

Probit analyses were conducted for adoption of Best Management Practices (BMPs) and rotational grazing. Results show that more diversified farmers are more likely to adopt BMPs. Results for willingness to adopt rotational grazing show that higher bid offers would lead farmers to be more willing...