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The role of personal information sources on the decision-making process of Costa Rican dairy farmers

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  • Leon, H.
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  • Solano, C. & Leon, H. & Perez, E. & Herrero, M., 2003. "The role of personal information sources on the decision-making process of Costa Rican dairy farmers," Agricultural Systems, Elsevier, vol. 76(1), pages 3-18, April.
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