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This paper analyses the complex battle between RED and REDD policies and the resulting global consequences on land use … land use and the possibility to convert forestry land into agricultural land as REDD policies might prevent the use of … implementation of the REDD policies as a shift in potential availability for agricultural land in various regions in the world. Both …
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-sectoral economic model (LEITAP) with a spatial bio-physical land use model (IMAGE). This paper adds to existing research by considering … prices and greenhouse gas emissions from land use, do not necessarily react proportionally to increasing demand for …
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This 2008 report provides an economic overview of the Canadian agriculture and agri-food system. It is meant to be a multi-purpose reference document to provide: an introduction to the agriculture and agri-food system; a snapshot of structural changes that are occurring throughout the system in...
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With a population of about 1.1 billion, India is expected to overtake China as the world's most populous country by 2030. India's economy ranks as Asia's third largest, after Japan and China, and is now one of the world's fastest growing. While growth has led to significant reductions in...
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In the twenty-first century, land managers will be increasingly called upon to do more with less. Both at home and …
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USDA has spent more than $4.2 billion on wetland restoration and protection over the last two decades. One challenge in allocating these funds is the lack of information on variations in wetland benefits and costs across the Nation. This report discusses the biophysical impacts of new wetlands...
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Several states have a renewable portfolio standard (RPS) and allow for biomass co-firing to meet the RPS requirements. In addition, a federal renewable fuel standard (RFS) mandates an increase in cellulosic ethanol production over the next decade. This paper quantifies the effects on local...
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