Determinants of pollutant emissions in the Spanish agri-food sector: The role of international trade
2025
Yolanda Sorroche-del-Rey | Laura Piedra-Muñoz | Emilio Galdeano-Gómez | Eva M. García-Granero
This study aims to analyse the key company-level variables influencing pollutant emissions in the Spanish agri-food sector and investigate the bidirectional relationship between international trade and environmental performance. Using panel data from 2007-2020, we employ discrete choice models to test causal relationships between business variables and environmental impact. Empirical findings show a negative correlation between internationalisation and polluting emissions from agri-food companies. Additionally, other factors, such as company age and size, also influence this index. These results provide valuable insights for economic decision-makers in the agri-food market, highlighting the implications of international trade and business variables on pollution levels.
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