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A review of data linkages for policy-informing research in food and agricultural economics

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  • Chenarides, Lauren
  • Hanks, Andrew S.
  • Berard, Jake
  • Carlson, Andrea C.
  • Davis, George
  • Finaret, Amelia B.

Abstract

Researchers commonly use linked data as an empirical tool because information relevant to answer policy questions is often dispersed across multiple sources. To understand how linked data are used in food and agricultural economics research, we conducted a systematic review of 104 peer-reviewed articles, published between 2000 and 2020, in which authors combine data sources to conduct their intended analyses. With our sample of papers, we classify types of data used, describe linkage methods, and summarize empirical approaches. Results show that most studies use public data, and many apply causal methods to examine food policy questions. These patterns highlight the value of public data and the role of linked datasets in food and agricultural economics research. Continued investment in data access, infrastructure, and shared practices for managing and analyzing integrated datasets can strengthen and expand the use of linked data in future research.

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  • Chenarides, Lauren & Hanks, Andrew S. & Berard, Jake & Carlson, Andrea C. & Davis, George & Finaret, Amelia B., 2025. "A review of data linkages for policy-informing research in food and agricultural economics," Food Policy, Elsevier, vol. 137(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jfpoli:v:137:y:2025:i:c:s0306919225002015
    DOI: 10.1016/j.foodpol.2025.102996
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    JEL classification:

    • C81 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Data Collection and Data Estimation Methodology; Computer Programs - - - Methodology for Collecting, Estimating, and Organizing Microeconomic Data; Data Access
    • C82 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Data Collection and Data Estimation Methodology; Computer Programs - - - Methodology for Collecting, Estimating, and Organizing Macroeconomic Data; Data Access
    • D04 - Microeconomics - - General - - - Microeconomic Policy: Formulation; Implementation; Evaluation
    • Q18 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Agriculture - - - Agricultural Policy; Food Policy; Animal Welfare Policy

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