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Qualitative Research In Agricultural Economics: Paradigms, Purposes, And Evaluation Criteria

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The qualitative paradigm is not widely discussed in agricultural economics, although research strategies are applied. The purpose of this contribution is (1) to elaborate on the paradigm of qualitative research; (2) to introduce purposes of qualitative research and provide examples; and (3) to discuss criteria of scientific rigor applicable.

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  • Bitsch, Vera, 2001. "Qualitative Research In Agricultural Economics: Paradigms, Purposes, And Evaluation Criteria," 2001 Annual meeting, August 5-8, Chicago, IL 20718, American Agricultural Economics Association (New Name 2008: Agricultural and Applied Economics Association).
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:aaea01:20718
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.20718
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