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 How MAF's work on the social dimensions of sustainable agriculture contributes to local and regional economic development.

Table of Contents

• How MAF's work on the social dimensions of sustainable agriculture contributes to local and regional economic development.
  • Abstract:
• Introduction
• Policy Co-ordination
  • Example: Relevance of urban policies to rural situations
  • Example: Access Issues and Compliance Costs
• Social Science Policy
• Enterprise Development
  • Examples: rural tourism and on-farm non-agricultural enterprises
• Community self-determination and ownership of its activities.
  • Example: Landcare and stakeholder participation
  • Example: Waipaoa Catchment
• Social Indicators of Sustainability
  • Example: The Clutha Valley Social Indicators Project
• Information
• International Trade
• Conclusion
• REFERENCES

Contact for Enquiries

Rural Affairs Coordinator
Sector Performance Policy
MAF Policy
Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
PO Box 2526
Wellington
NEW ZEALAND

Phone: +64 4 894 0675
Fax: +64 4 4 894 0745
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