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Abstract
This paper presents empirical evidence of the effects of the Grassland Ecological Compensation Policy (GECP) in China on grassland quality and herder income. Using econometric analysis of remote sensing and household survey data, the study finds that GECP improves grassland quality (to a small extent) and significantly increases herder income, but also exacerbates income inequality. The program induced changes in herders' livestock production behavior, highlighting the importance of flexible and locally adapted programs.
Publisher
Nature Communications
Published On
Aug 03, 2021
Authors
Lingling Hou, Fang Xia, Qihui Chen, Jikun Huang, Yong He, Nathan Rose, Scott Rozelle
Tags
Grassland Ecological Compensation Policy
China
grassland quality
herder income
income inequality
livestock production
econometric analysis
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