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Deforestation and Cattle Ranching in the Brazilian Amazon: External Capital and Household Processes

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  • Moran, Emilio
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  • Walker, Robert & Moran, Emilio & Anselin, Luc, 2000. "Deforestation and Cattle Ranching in the Brazilian Amazon: External Capital and Household Processes," World Development, Elsevier, vol. 28(4), pages 683-699, April.
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