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Roberts, Roland K.; Garrod, Peter V.. |
When obtaining nitrogen (N), phosphate (P) and potash (K), purchasing decisions concerning the quantity and the form of each plant nutrient must be made. Logit models are estimated for the choice-of-form decision by considering those variables influencing the probability that plant nutrients will be purchased in Tennessee as part of a mixed fertilizer or as direct application materials. Parameter and elasticity estimates can be used by fertilizer manufacturers and distributors to anticipate changes in the composition of demand for plant nutrients in Tennessee. |
Tipo: Journal Article |
Palavras-chave: Crop Production/Industries. |
Ano: 1987 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/30219 |
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Garrod, Peter V.; Roberts, Roland K.. |
A model describing the choice of technology is developed from theoretical considerations. It is shown that the model can be approximated using a logit function. Estimates of short-run elasticities are easily obtained. The model is then applied to the decision to place feeder cattle in confined feeding situations or on range. With one possible exception, the results are consistent with theoretical expectations and with previous studies. |
Tipo: Journal Article |
Palavras-chave: Livestock Production/Industries. |
Ano: 1983 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/32091 |
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Cox, Linda J.; McMullen, B. Starr; Garrod, Peter V.. |
The congruence of beef consumers purchases with their stated preferences regarding internal fat content are examined. The role of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grades and housebrand labeling of beef in providing information to consumers is studied in the theoretical framework of search theory. The empirical results indicate that the current system of USDA grades and housebrand labels is not disseminating information regarding internal fat content effectively to consumers. Suggestions are made for providing consumers with better information and education necessary to increase congruence of expressed preferences regarding internal fat content and actual beef purchases. |
Tipo: Journal Article |
Palavras-chave: Food Consumption/Nutrition/Food Safety; Livestock Production/Industries. |
Ano: 1990 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/32061 |
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