United States

David Blandford, David Orden

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Abstract

Farm support is contentious in international negotiations. This in-depth assessment of the legal compliance and economic evaluation issues raised by the WTO Agreement on Agriculture presents consistent support data and forward-looking projections for eight developed and developing countries (EU, US, Japan, Norway, Brazil, China, India, Philippines), using original estimates where official notifications are not available. Variations over time in notified support in some cases reflect real policy changes; others merely reflect shifts in how countries represent their measures. The stalled Doha negotiations presage significantly tighter constraints for developed countries that provide the highest support, but loopholes will persist. Developing countries face fewer constraints and their trade-distorting farm support can rise. Pressure points and key remaining issues if a Doha agreement is reached are evaluated. Vigilant monitoring for compliance of farm support with WTO commitments will be required to lessen its negative consequences whether or not the Doha Round is concluded.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationWTO Disciplines on Agricultural Support
Subtitle of host publicationSeeking a Fair Basis for Trade
PublisherCambridge University Press
Pages97-152
Number of pages56
ISBN (Electronic)9780511794179
ISBN (Print)9781107005440
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2011

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Social Sciences

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