Agricultural Economics and Food Policy in New Zealand

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Focusing on New Zealand's agricultural economics and food policy, the book explores the evolution of farming as the nation's primary export. It highlights the shift from a colonial export dependence to a more diversified approach, emphasizing the role of the Federated Farmers organization in shaping policies. Post-World War II, farmers initially sought government support, but by the 1980s, they advocated for reduced intervention and the elimination of subsidies. This transition led to New Zealand promoting itself as a model for sustainable, subsidy-free farming on the global stage.