Agricultural Policies in OECD Countries 1997. Volume 1: Monitoring and
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Agricultural policy developments in OECD countries in 1996 unfolded against a background of high commodity prices, budgetary pressures, the BSE crisis in the beef sector, and the implementation of the Uruguay Round trade agreement on agriculture. Agricultural policies are becoming more complex and diverse. The environment and rural development are attracting increasing attention of policy-makers. This tenth annual report evaluates progress made in reforming agricultural policies and agricultural trade measures. There is a greater reliance on budget-financed measures, with weaker links to agricultural commodities. While overall support to the agricultural sector decreased in 1996, there are considerable differences in levels of support across countries and commodities. The report is in two parts. The Monitoring and Evaluation provides an evaluation of overall agricultural policy developments, together with a description and evaluation of developments in OECD countries. The detailed background tables, which include data from 1986-88 to 1996, and information on policy developments, are provided in the Measurement of Support and Background Information. This years report also includes sections on the Czech Republic, Hungary, Korea, Mexico, and Poland.
Agricultural Policies in OECD Countries 1997. Volume 1: Monitoring and,OECD,Organization for Economic Cooperation & Devel,9264154809,Business / Economics / Finance,Industries - General
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