efficiency of China's crop breeding, an industry at the heart of the nation's food economy. Using data covering 46 wheat- and … maize-breeding institutes from 1981 to 2000, we estimate cost functions for the production of new varieties at China's wheat … scope related to the joint production of new wheat and maize varieties. Cost efficiency increases significantly with …

had on the production efficiency of small holders in farming communities in China. We also find that the adoption of Bt … an agricultural technology that improves both production efficiency and the environment. In terms of policies, our …

from China. The simulation results show that how poor rural households are affected depends on a variety of factors …

from China. The simulation results show that how poor rural households are affected depends on a variety of factors …

analysis, however, finds a positive impact of privatization on technical efficiency. Efficiency of China's rural industries … to China's business environment that the gains could rise further. However, we cannot say if the gain in efficiency is …This paper describes the process of privatization of China's Township Enterprises. Findings from a recent field survey …