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Feminization of Agriculture in the Context of Rural Transformations

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  • Vanya Slavchevska
  • Susan Kaaria
  • Sanna-Liisa Taivalmaa

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  • Vanya Slavchevska & Susan Kaaria & Sanna-Liisa Taivalmaa, 2016. "Feminization of Agriculture in the Context of Rural Transformations," World Bank Publications - Reports 25099, The World Bank Group.
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