Economic Analysis of Solid-Set Sprinklers to Control Dust in Feedlots

Stephen H. Amosson, Bridget L. Guerrero and Lal K. Almas

No 35341, 2006 Annual Meeting, February 5-8, 2006, Orlando, Florida from Southern Agricultural Economics Association

Abstract: Feedlot dust is a critical problem that contributes to cattle death and illness, as well as, air pollution. This analysis identifies the effects of feedlot dust on cattle and the benefits/methods of controlling feedlot dust. A cost analysis of one popular method of controlling dust, solid-set sprinklers is presented.

Keywords: Livestock; Production/Industries (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 20
Date: 2006
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.35341

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