Unlike other similar books, this step-by-step introduction to basic economics focuses on economic and management decision making in agriculture,... specifically; systematically explores the full range of theoretical tools; and then relates them to practical management situations — using real-world data and examples and the most up-to-date agricultural policy. Covers the full range of tools for management decision making (how much to produce, how to produce, what to produce) -- e.g., physical production relationships, cost relationship in production, utility maximization and Consumer Demand Theory, supply and demand, and market price determination. Explores a variety of managerial situations and tools -- e.g., competitive decision making; noncompetitive decision making; time, risk, and uncertainty. Considers the decision making environment -- e.g., marketing activities, governmental impacts in agriculture, macroeconomic policy linkages to agriculture and agribusiness, international trade and agriculture, and environmental considerations. Uses real-world data and examples to illustrate basic theoretical concepts. For those interested in agricultural management and agricultural economics.

The Study Guide contains key features to help students understand the concepts presented in the text. Chapter Highlights provide statements about key... concepts presented in the text, allowing student to focus on important concepts. Tests for Self-Evaluation provide hundreds of questions and problems withanswers so students may evaluate how well they understand the material in the text. The answers are keyed to the page numbers in the text.

As refreshing as its tone is the innovative approach this book takes to economic theory and agricultural marketing strategies. This book offers... versatility by covering a wide range of topics that include both traditional economic theory and organizational economics. Novice readers will gravitate to the inviting writing style and colorful examples.  All in a single source, readers will find contemporary treatment of economics and price analysis, agricultural prices and markets, agribusiness marketing strategies and more! 

This text incorporates new information and devotes more time and space to the issues of agricultural industrialization and market structure likely to be... faced by applied economists. Responds to a critical need to train students to work in the new world of agricultural markets Explicitly integrates empirical analysis of issues while maintaining the theoretical and practical issues of applied market analysis Places a high emphasis on market structure, imperfect competition, vertical coordination, contracting, etc., providing students with the necessary background to understand the new environment in which they will be expected to operate Includes some introduction to game theory with applications Contains practical examples, “key questions”, exercises, and questions posed to students that can be used by instructors to stimulate classroom discussion.

AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS: FUNDAMENTALS AND APPLICATIONS, 6th edition is designed for high school students learning agricultural mechanics. The text aims... to connect the theory behind mechanics with the practical application. Topics covered are those common to most programs and include metal and career selection; wood and metal working; tool identification; project planning; cutting and welding; paints and paint application; power mechanics; electrical wiring; plumbing; hydraulics; concrete and masonry; and agricultural structures. Safety rules and precautions are prominent in every section of the units as well as an entire unit on personal safety. To engage the reader, Agricultural Mechanics Fundamentals and Applications, 6th edition is illustrated with up-to-date images that support text material. In addition, 36 charts and data tables are included to provide information for project planning and measurement conversions. The last section of the text is dedicated to detailed drawings of 58 complete plans that are designed for the skill levels students should acquire at the completion of their course of study in agricultural mechanics.

Agricultural Mechanics: Fundamentals & Applications continues to be the most widely used textbook for high school Agricultural Mechanics programs... nationwide because of its student friendly layout and its comprehensive coverage. Topics covered range from welding to tool identification, from diesel engine maintenance to masonry. The units are presented in a logical, easy to follow format allowing students to comprehend concepts and apply them in hands on applications. Objectives and competencies to be developed are included in each section, along with a list of new terms, a materials list, student activities, and self-evaluations. The new fifth edition has been updated throughout to address the changing technologies that help shape the world of agriculture.

Uses a problem solving framework to provide students with the means for acquiring the necessary skills in the application of economic theory. Enables... them to understand that economic theory does describe authentic relationships by actual people in the existing world.

This book emphasizes market and price analysis using agricultural examples. The focus of the book is on the application of econometrics and will help... those going into fields involving market analysis and forecasting. The blend of theory and application is unique.

In an excellent synthesis of theory and measurement as they relate to agricultural prices, William G. Tomek and Kenneth L. Robinson set out principles... for understanding the operation of markets for agricultural products. This heavily revised and updated edition of a classic in the field applies microeconomic theory to the operation of agricultural product markets, covering the distinctive features of their supply and demand and of the pricing institutions (such as auctions and futures markets) through which economic forces affect commodity prices.The book addresses four central topics: principles of price determination; price differences and variability; pricing institutions; and empirical price analysis. Numerous charts, graphs, and tables illustrate the authors' points throughout. The Fourth Edition of Agricultural Product Prices brings its subject into the twenty-first century with information and insights that can be applied to agricultural markets worldwide.

Offers a treatment of modern applications of modelling and simulation in crop, livestock, forage/livestock systems, and field operations. The book... discusses methodologies from linear programming and neutral networks, to expert or decision support systems, as well as featuring models, such as SOYGRO, CROPGRO and GOSSYM/COMAX. It includes coverage on evaporation and evapotranspiration, the theory of simulation based on biological processes, and deficit irrigation scheduling.

Taking sustainable food systems far beyond community gardens and local farms, this guide, compiled by some of the most innovative leaders of the... agricultural urbanism movement, envisions much larger networks that include food-processing businesses, organic-food wholesalers, and many kinds of training programs. Outlining key strategies for creating food precincts in towns and cities, the discussion describes ways to grow produce all year round and unify urban and rural life in innovative ways.