The U.S. ostrich industry was introduced in the 1980s and experienced rapid expansion in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Breeding stock prices rose rapidly and subsequently plummeted during 1993-1995. High prices are to be expected in the introductory stage of an industry. However, the magnitude...

Louisiana strawberry production has decreased over a period of years while national production has increased, leading to concern that Louisiana's strawberry industry might disappear. California, the leading producer state, has exploited its production advantages and marketing efficiency to...

The flow of nursery products through the different market channels has changed over the past decade. As mass-merchandisers market share increased, buyers of nursery product imposed conditions on nursery growers in terms of their business practices as well as the presentation of the product...

The federal government has recently approved legislation to develop revenue insurance products that are affordable and user-friendly for livestock producers. The features of the products will be the ultimate determinant of product acceptance among producers. The objective of the study was to...