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Modeling farmers' decisions to change: Using cognitive science in the design of agricultural technology

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  • Gladwin, C. H., 1989. "Modeling farmers' decisions to change: Using cognitive science in the design of agricultural technology," IWMI Books, Reports H005732, International Water Management Institute.
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    1. Carlos A. Benito, 1976. "Peasants' Response to Modernization Projects in Minifundia Economies," American Journal of Agricultural Economics, Agricultural and Applied Economics Association, vol. 58(2), pages 143-151.
    2. Edgardo Moscardi & Alain de Janvry, 1977. "Attitudes Toward Risk Among Peasants: An Econometric Approach," American Journal of Agricultural Economics, Agricultural and Applied Economics Association, vol. 59(4), pages 710-716.
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