Thünen's Rings

Thünen's Rings is a model created by economist Johann Heinrich von Thünen in the 19th century. It explains the arrangement of different agricultural activities around a central market town. The model suggests that land use is organized in concentric circles: dairy and perishable goods are produced closest to the market due to transport costs, followed by crops, then wood, and finally, livestock farther out. This layout helps farmers maximize profits while considering transportation distances and the perishability of their products. Essentially, it illustrates how geography influences agricultural practices and economic decisions.