A review of Farm Crime: An International Perspective by Joseph F. Donnermeyer
Abstract
This review critically evaluates Farm Crime: An International Perspective by Joseph F. Donnermeyer, a groundbreaking monograph that expands the scope of criminological inquiry into the often-overlooked domain of rural and agricultural crime. Drawing on international case studies and a robust theoretical framework, Donnermeyer explores the complex social, economic, and environmental dimensions of crimes affecting farming communities worldwide. The review highlights the book’s contributions to rural criminology, its innovative use of grey literature, and its call for context-specific policy and policing responses. While acknowledging limitations in regional representation and intersectional analysis, the review affirms the monograph’s value as a foundational text for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers addressing crime in rural settings.
Keywords: Rural criminology, farm crime, agricultural policy, criminology theories, rural policing
How to Cite:
Clack, W., (2025) “A review of Farm Crime: An International Perspective by Joseph F. Donnermeyer”, International Journal of Rural Criminology 9(2), 351-357. doi: https://doi.org/10.18061/ijrc.6250
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