Food and Agriculture in Papua New Guinea
Agriculture dominates the rural economy of Papua New Guinea (PNG). More than five million rural dwellers (80% of the population) earn a living from subsistence agriculture and selling crops in domestic and international markets.Many aspects of agriculture in PNG are described in this data-rich book....
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2009
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