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Working with other disciplines: The role of agricultural economists in interdisciplinary agribusiness research

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  • Charles E. French

    (Institute of Agribusiness in the Leavey School of Business and Administration, Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, California)

  • Randall E. Westgren

    (Assistant Professor of Agribusiness in the Institute of Agribusiness, Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, California)

Abstract

The evolving field of agribusiness research is viewed in light of the potential for interdisciplinary arrangements. Special emphasis is placed on the role of agricultural economists. An historical perspective of multidisciplinary efforts and a review of joint research traditions of agricultural economics are given. Special opportunities for new work with managerial science scholars are illustrated with a research agenda. Some organizational considerations are discussed. Encouragement is given for more professional attention to agribusiness research.

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  • Charles E. French & Randall E. Westgren, 1986. "Working with other disciplines: The role of agricultural economists in interdisciplinary agribusiness research," Agribusiness, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., vol. 2(4), pages 491-500.
    • Handle: RePEc:wly:agribz:v:2:y:1986:i:4:p:491-500
    DOI: 10.1002/1520-6297(198624)2:4<491::AID-AGR2720020411>3.0.CO;2-U
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