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Author(s): Yoshimi Kuroda (auth.)
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Year: 2013
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ISBN 10: 1349449792 
ISBN 13: 9781349449798
Author: Yoshimi Kuroda

Analyzes quantitatively in a comprehensive, consistent, and integrated manner the production structure and productivity of postwar Japanese agriculture for the latter half of the 20th century, more specifically, 1957-97.

Production Structure and Productivity of Japanese Agriculture Volume 2 Impacts of Policy Measures 1st Table of contents:

Part I: Context and Overview of Japanese Agricultural Policy

  • Chapter 1: Introduction to Japanese Agriculture and Policy Context
    • Brief overview of the historical development of Japanese agriculture.
    • The role of agriculture in the Japanese economy and society.
    • Objectives of Japanese agricultural policy (e.g., food security, farmer income, rural development).
    • Evolution of policy measures over time.
    • Structure of the analysis in Volume 2.
  • Chapter 2: Framework for Analyzing Policy Impacts on Productivity
    • Theoretical foundations for linking policy to productivity (e.g., production functions, efficiency analysis, factor demand).
    • Econometric models and methodologies used (e.g., panel data analysis, frontier analysis, cost functions).
    • Data sources and limitations (e.g., agricultural census, farm household surveys).

Part II: Specific Policy Measures and Their Micro-Level Impacts

  • Chapter 3: Rice Policy and its Effects on Production and Structure
    • Historical overview of rice acreage reduction programs (gentan) and price supports.
    • Impact on farm size, land use, and farmer income.
    • Efficiency implications for rice production.
    • Case studies of regional rice production.
  • Chapter 4: Dairy and Livestock Policies
    • Support mechanisms for dairy and livestock sectors (e.g., subsidies, import controls).
    • Analysis of their effects on herd size, feed efficiency, and farm productivity.
    • Structural changes in the livestock industry.
  • Chapter 5: Vegetable and Fruit Production Policies
    • Policies aimed at promoting horticultural production.
    • Impact on diversification, specialized farming, and market integration.
    • Challenges related to scale and mechanization in these sectors.
  • Chapter 6: Land Policy and Land Tenure Systems
    • Impact of land reform and land consolidation policies.
    • Restrictions on land transfer and their effects on farm expansion.
    • Leasing arrangements and their role in structural change.
  • Chapter 7: Farm Income Support and Price Stabilization Policies
    • Direct payments vs. price support mechanisms.
    • Analysis of their effectiveness in stabilizing farm income.
    • Distortions in resource allocation.

Part III: Cross-Cutting Policy Impacts and Macro-Level Considerations

  • Chapter 8: Agricultural Investment and Credit Policies
    • Government support for agricultural investment (e.g., machinery, irrigation).
    • Access to credit for farmers.
    • Impact on capital intensity and labor productivity.
  • Chapter 9: Research, Extension, and Technology Adoption Policies
    • Role of public agricultural research institutions.
    • Effectiveness of extension services in disseminating new technologies.
    • Factors influencing technology adoption by farmers.
  • Chapter 10: Environmental and Rural Development Policies
    • Policies related to sustainable agriculture and environmental protection.
    • Measures for revitalizing rural areas and supporting multi-functional agriculture.
    • Their implications for farm structure and productivity.
  • Chapter 11: Trade Policies and Internationalization
    • Impact of import tariffs, quotas, and other trade barriers.
    • Japan’s role in international agricultural trade negotiations.
    • Implications of globalization for domestic agricultural policy.

Part IV: Synthesis and Policy Implications

  • Chapter 12: Synthesis of Policy Impacts on Productivity and Structure
    • Drawing together findings from individual policy analyses.
    • Identifying synergistic or conflicting policy effects.
    • Overall assessment of policy effectiveness in achieving objectives.
  • Chapter 13: Future Directions for Japanese Agricultural Policy
    • Challenges facing Japanese agriculture (e.g., aging farmers, depopulation, climate change).
    • Proposals for future policy reforms.
    • Recommendations for enhancing productivity and sustainability.

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