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Behavioural economists are studying “nudges” to prompt behaviour change in agriculture. Accounting for production economics can help make nudges more impactful. Much of the early
read moreKeeping urban parks green through Australia’s hot, dry summers uses a lot of water. Average rainfall has declined in Perth since the 1970s, reducing the
read moreThere are many different bits and pieces that need to be sorted out when creating a new environmental market. What are the key things that
read moreThere are quite a few mechanisms that can be used to try to change people’s behaviour in order to generate environmental benefits. These days, the
read moreExcel is great. Here I share a few tips on using Excel efficiently and I highlight a few features that you might not know about.
read moreA “Strategic Plan for Science” put out by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in December 2022 flags a change in strategic objectives for the organisation. “With
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