Multifunctionality of Agriculture:A Review of Definitions, Evidence and Instruments

摘要: In this contribution we try to look at the new role for agriculture in rural areas by reviewing concept of multifunctional as well analytical frameworks used. Next, review existing evidence about farming. Although not overwhelming, literature shows that contributes wealth only through production commodities, but also delivery non-tradable goods. This can be both direct increased values properties or economic benefits tourism sector, indirect conservation heritage agriecological systems. Next focus on how stimulated. It is argued multifunctionality a unifying principle bring productive and non-productive functions into harmony. requires development institutional arrangements major change policy incentives.