Evaluating the gains associated with biotechnological improvement: the case of kiwifruit in New Zealand

Bohorova, S.; Scrimgeour, F.

Evaluating the gains associated with biotechnological improvement: the case of kiwifruit in New Zealand

1999

Bohorova, S. | Scrimgeour, F.

Abstract: Significant productivity gains are achievable from the improvement of kiwifruit. Genetic engineering is perceived as a tool for product diversification associated with alterations in quality attributes and the seasonal growth of kiwifruit. Benefits from diversification to the industry are weighted against the net benefits of adoption to growers.

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biotechnology crop production economic analysis industry innovation adoption marketing models new zealand simulation

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Agbioforum | Agbioforum

ISSN 1522-936X

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Distribution and marketing of agricultural products; Differentiation; Characteristics; Food science and food products - horticultural crop products; Agricultural production (macroeconomics); Costs and returns; Kiwifruit industry; Farm organization and management (microeconomics); Kiwifruit

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English

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Includes references

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Interactive Resource; Text

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Evaluating the gains associated with biotechnological improvement: the case of kiwifruit in New Zealand

1999

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