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Smith, Matthew G. – Rural Development Perspectives, 1986
Small farmers are a diverse group, ranging from part-time hobbyists with good off-farm jobs to full-time operators. General rural development policies, rather than traditional farm policies, may be the best method to help those small farmers who earn insufficient income. (JHZ)
Descriptors: Differences, Economic Factors, Employment Patterns, Farmers
