Much of the debate between the European and U.S. positions about labeling of genetically modified foods has been whether consumers perceive labels as a source of information or a signal to change behavior. In this paper, we provide an experimental framework for examining these roles of...

This study provides a new framework of analysis of the market and welfare effects of mandatory country-of-origin labeling (MCOOL) for fruits and vegetables that accounts for heterogeneous consumer preferences, differences in producer agronomic characteristics, and retailer market power. The...

Geographical Indications certify the link between quality of some agro-food productions and their territory. For these products the premium price is derived from both certification and reputational effect of the territory, since there are products without Geographical Indication that have a rent...