Spanish Agriculture

Focusing on Spanish agrarian history from 1765 to 1965, the book explores the evolution of agriculture in response to population growth and market integration. James Simpson highlights regional differences and Spain's place in Europe, noting that significant farming changes emerged only in the early 20th century. He challenges the notion that slow growth stemmed from poor resources, illustrating that farmers adapted quickly when market opportunities arose. Simpson also discusses the impact of government policies on labor retention in agriculture, particularly in less productive dry lands.