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Bt Cotton in India: Field Trial Results and Economic Projections

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  • Qaim, Matin, 2003. "Bt Cotton in India: Field Trial Results and Economic Projections," World Development, Elsevier, vol. 31(12), pages 2115-2127, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:wdevel:v:31:y:2003:i:12:p:2115-2127
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