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As the revenue of the farmer is realized in raw produce…

“As the revenue of the farmer is realized in raw produce, or in the value of raw produce, he is interested, as well as the landlord, in its high exchangeable value, but a low price of produce may be compensated to him by a great additional quantity.” quote by David Ricardo
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“As the revenue of the farmer is realized in raw produce, or in the value of raw produce, he is interested, as well as the landlord, in its high exchangeable value, but a low price of produce may be compensated to him by a great additional quantity.”

David Ricardo

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Farmers and landlords seek high market value for raw produce; low prices can be offset by larger quantities.

In simple terms: Low price can be balanced by volume.

Key Takeaway

Consider quantity versus price.

Themes

economics agriculture value price quantity

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

economic educational

When to use this quote

  • farming
  • trade negotiations
  • policy making

Key Concepts

market dynamics supply chain

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is volume a viable strategy?
  • What risks arise from low pricing?
A Different Perspective

High volume may not always compensate low prices.

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