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Understanding, Quantification, and Modelling in Farming Systems Research: Results of a Simulation Study in Northern Nigeria

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  • Crawford, Eric W.

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The paper discusses understanding versus quantification in farming systems research. The strengths and weaknesses of a large-scale and rapid exploratory surveys are compared. The value of a comprehensive rather than partial approach is illustrated with results from a recent simulation study of farm households in northern Nigeria.

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  • Crawford, Eric W., "undated". "Understanding, Quantification, and Modelling in Farming Systems Research: Results of a Simulation Study in Northern Nigeria," 1980 Annual Meeting, July 27-30, Urbana-Champaign, Illinois 278414, American Agricultural Economics Association (New Name 2008: Agricultural and Applied Economics Association).
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:aaea80:278414
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.278414
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    2. D. W. Norman, 1978. "Farming Systems Research to Improve the Livelihood of Small Farmers," American Journal of Agricultural Economics, Agricultural and Applied Economics Association, vol. 60(5), pages 813-818.
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