Development Economics (Audio)

Economic theory, taken alone, doesn't tell you whether land reform is good or bad.  So let's take a look at the data, the answer may surprise you, for India at least.

Since the 1990s, not all is well in the world of food and here is one big reason why: productivity gains are not coming at the rate they used to.

I hadn't know that Paraguay had had such an impressive growth performance, at least for a short time period.  Here is the main reason why.

This is another example of corruption and crony capitalism running rampant.

It is amazing how cheap scale economies make a lot of our food.  This story is taken from my personal experience buying watermelons in Mexico.

For a study of development economics, agriculture is fundamental, especially for the poorest countries.

Behind every successful industrial revolution lies an agricultural revolution.  Take a look here at why that is the case.

This heroic story starts with Norman Borlaug, and it spreads to Pakistan and India.  Millions of people end up being fed and science is to be thanked.

Maybe one of the best ways to help poor people?