The Lincoln University Centre for International Development, LUCID, conducts research and research-based consulting that advances international development.
LUCID focuses on the management of agricultural and natural resources in developing and emerging economies, so that;
- Poverty can be reduced through pro-poor and sustainable growth of the rural economy,
and
- Rural livelihoods can be improved, the development of rural communities fostered, and the sustainable use of natural resources encouraged.
LUCID facilitates Lincoln University staff involvement in:
- Long-term development projects with a research or education focus;
- Short-term contracts in our areas of development expertise;
- Short courses in New Zealand for groups from developing or emerging economies.
LUCID provides:
- A focal point for post-graduate students studying development;
- A presence for visiting scholars in development.
LUCID capability:
- Is accessed through the extensive expertise of Lincoln University staff in developing and emerging economies.
- Currently supports 35 post-graduate students studying topics in developing and emerging economies, covering:
- Agriculture, forestry, fisheries and tourism;
- Supply chains, finance, entrepreneurship;
- Organisations and policy;
- Rural livelihoods and communities.
For further information contact:
Christopher Gan
Associate Professor
Director, LUCID and Theme Leader, Rural Finance.
Michael Lyne
Associate Professor
Deputy Director, LUCID and Theme Leader, Agribusiness for Development.
(Course advisor, International Rural Development)
Sandra Martin.
Associate Professor
Agribusiness for Development.
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