Using GP Is NEAT: Evolving Compositional Pattern Production Functions

2018 ◽  
pp. 3-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Filipe Assunção ◽  
Nuno Lourenço ◽  
Penousal Machado ◽  
Bernardete Ribeiro
Keyword(s):  
Production Functions ◽  
Compositional Pattern ◽  
Pattern Production

ECONOMIC TRUST AS A FACTOR IN PRODUCTION FUNCTIONS

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Orest Bonetskyy ◽  
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Roman Zhelizniak ◽  
Vasyl Kashchyshyn ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Production Functions

The End of Multi-Fibre Arrangement and Firm Performance in the Textile Industry: New Evidence

2013 ◽  
Vol 52 (2) ◽  
pp. 97-126 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zara Liaqat
Keyword(s):  
Textile Industry ◽  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Firm Heterogeneity ◽  
Production Functions ◽  
Firm Level ◽  
Quality Ladders ◽  
Sectoral Differences ◽  
The Mean ◽  
New Evidence ◽  
Empirical Methodology

Using a sample of 321 textile and clothing companies for the years 1992 to 2010, this paper analyses the effect of quota phase-outs on firm-level efficiency in Pakistan following the end of the Multi-Fibre Arrangement (MFA). It highlights sectoral heterogeneity within the manufacturing industry as a result of MFA expiration. The empirical methodology uses the structural techniques proposed by Olley and Pakes (1996), and Levinsohn and Petrin (2003) in order to take care of endogeneity in the estimation of production functions. The results differ for the two industries: MFA expiration lead to an increase in the average productivity of textile producing firms but a significant reduction in the mean productivity of clothing producers. We offer a number of explanations for this outcome, such as a change in the input and product mix, entry by non-exporters in the clothing sector, and sectoral differences in quality ladders. A number of crucial policy lessons can be drawn from the findings of this study. JEL Classification:F13; F14; D24; C14; O19 Keywords: Multi-Fibre Arrangement, Trade Liberalisation, Productivity, Firm Heterogeneity, Simultaneity and Production Functions, Endogeneity of Protection

Some Simple Thoughts on Model Building for Developing Countries

1983 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 63-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henk C. Bos
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
Model Building ◽  
Past Experience ◽  
Policy Advice ◽  
Production Functions ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Statistical Criteria ◽  
Simple Models

The revival of interest in using models for developing countries for planning and policy advice makes it desirable to draw lessons from past experience. Simple models, focussed on specific issues, are to be preferred to large and comprehensive models. More empirical research is needed on supply and production functions for developing countries. Not statistical criteria but developmental considerations must determine the conclusions to be drawn from models. More explicit explanations of assumptions and modesty in presenting results of modelling work to policy makers are desirable.

EQUILIBRIUM LANDSCAPES: WHERE SOIL PRODUCTION FUNCTIONS FAIL

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arjun M. Heimsath ◽  
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Oliver A. Chadwick ◽  
Joshua J. Roering ◽  
Shaun Levick
Keyword(s):  
Production Functions ◽  
Soil Production
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