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Original Articles

Controlled and uncontrolled communication stimuli and organic food purchases: The mediating role of perceived communication clarity, perceived health benefits, and trust

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Pages 180-203 | Received 12 May 2016, Accepted 30 Sep 2017, Published online: 12 Oct 2017

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