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Economics and Interdisciplinary Collaborative Efforts

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Research on environmental and resources issues is interdisciplinary by nature. For example, studying the economics of pesticides may entail working with both entomologists to address pest problems and toxicologists to address the human health problems associated with pesticide use. Interdisciplinary efforts require familiarity with the findings of other disciplines as well as direct collaboration with professionals in other disciplines. This paper presents a somewhat personal perspective on the issues that economists may encounter in interdisciplinary work. It also presents suggestions on how to increase the acceptance of economic thinking /theory by professionals in other disciplines. The paper starts with a theoretical discussion on relations between disciplines and between professions, followed by discussion of the issues affecting the relationships of agricultural economists with other professions.

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  • Zilberman, David, 1994. "Economics and Interdisciplinary Collaborative Efforts," Journal of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Cambridge University Press, vol. 26(1), pages 35-42, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:cup:jagaec:v:26:y:1994:i:01:p:35-42_01
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    1. Madhu Khanna, 2022. "Breakthroughs at the disciplinary nexus: Rewards and challenges for applied economists," American Journal of Agricultural Economics, John Wiley & Sons, vol. 104(2), pages 475-492, March.
    2. Tronstad, Russell, 2011. "Unpleasant Lessons from the Settlement of the West: Implications for the WAEA and Other Professional Associations," Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Western Agricultural Economics Association, vol. 36(3), pages 1-15, December.

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