An Economic Analysis of Sorghum as an Alternative Crop in the Mid-Atlantic Region

Ramsey, S.,, Gempesaw, C. M., and U. C. Toensmeyer

No 270298, 1988 Annual Meeting, August 1-3, Knoxville, Tennessee from American Agricultural Economics Association (New Name 2008: Agricultural and Applied Economics Association)

Abstract: This study utilizes characteristics theory to answer the marketing question of how to price an alternative crop (sorghum). Portfolio analysis is also used to address both the marketing and production questions concerning potential supply, changes in relative crop distribution, and effectiveness as a risk management tool for producers.

Keywords: Agricultural and Food Policy; Crop Production/Industries (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 15
Date: 1988-08-01
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.270298

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