AGRIBUS 7053 - Globalisation & Agriculture in Emerging Economies

In this course, we will examine the interconnections between development, growth, agriculture and globalisation, the role of agriculture in economic development and structural transformation. Topics include economic growth, economic development, inequality, inequity, poverty and how they are measured. We will study these topics using emerging economies as case studies. We will talk about BRIICS (Brazil, Russia, India, Indonesia, China, and South Africa) what characterises their economic development, and their role in international food and trade systems. We will also discuss the characteristics of agricultural systems, agricultural technology transfer, gender roles in agriculture, land, labour, input and credit markets, and risk and uncertainty within the context of emerging economies.