The paper investigates what are the most important factors in fostering growth in rural,
remote regions with historically low growth rates. In particular, we focus on the lagging …

This article reviews the literature that evaluates WalMart's impacts on local economies. The
authors first describe the methods used to account for potential reverse causality of …

To set the stage for future research aimed at developing public policies that support
economic prosperity in rural areas, we review the current economic conditions of rural …

The literature on women in agricultural production in developing countries is vast. While
female farmers in the United States have recently received more attention, their general …

This study explores the relationship between self‐employment and income growth,
employment growth, and change in poverty in metro and non‐metro areas in the United …

Scholars and policymakers interested in the growth and prosperity of regions have long
recognized that talent and knowledge are fundamental. Yet the question is what types of …

As the world becomes increasingly interlinked through the processes of globalization, many
have argued that geography as a basis for identity is losing its resonance. However, the …

As global warming advances, regions around the world are engaging in revolutionary
sustainability planning-but with social equity as an afterthought. California is at the cutting …

Heavy industry can face challenges in choosing applicable climate change mitigation
measures due to a lack of technical background and practical guidance. A better …

The vast majority of firms in Europe are micro firms. Still, we know little about their financing
patterns. Our paper aims to close this gap. Based on a large European firm-level data set …