What is Turgot best known for in economics?
I am primarily recognized for my contributions to economic liberalism, particularly my advocacy for the freedom of trade, especially in grain. My work also laid foundational ideas for the concept of diminishing returns in agriculture and emphasized the importance of capital accumulation for economic progress. My tenure as Controller-General, though brief, allowed me to implement some of these principles through reforms.
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