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Explaining The Distribution Of Quota Rents From Us Cheese Imports

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  • Hornig, Ellen
  • Boisvert, Richard N.
  • Blandford, David

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A theoretical model is outlined to illustrate how rents are generated from import quotas. The model is used to estimate rents from US cheese import quotas; rents are substantial. Relative rent capture by importers and exporters is explained by estimating an industrial organisation-type model. Unequal market power is important in explaining the distribution of rents between importers and exporters. Exporters tend to maintain price-cost margins and let importers capture a larger share as rent size increases.

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  • Hornig, Ellen & Boisvert, Richard N. & Blandford, David, 1990. "Explaining The Distribution Of Quota Rents From Us Cheese Imports," Australian Journal of Agricultural Economics, Australian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society, vol. 34(01), pages 1-20, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:ajaeau:22500
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.22500
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