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A Financial Analysis Of Alternative Levels Of Facility Investment Associated With Installing An Automatic Milking System, Dillon M. Feuz, Ryan Feuz, Allen Young
A Financial Analysis Of Alternative Levels Of Facility Investment Associated With Installing An Automatic Milking System, Dillon M. Feuz, Ryan Feuz, Allen Young
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This fact sheet models some of the key variables impacting profitability of AMS and explicitly considers three different levels of capital investment in facilities in addition to the capital cost of the AMS. The specific objective is to determine how the level of capital investment in additional facilities impacts the profitability of an AMS.
Do Consumers Who Prefer Gluten-Free Also Prefer Organic?, Tatiana Drugova, Kynda R. Curtis
Do Consumers Who Prefer Gluten-Free Also Prefer Organic?, Tatiana Drugova, Kynda R. Curtis
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This fact sheet summarizes results of an online survey that examined consumer preferences for labels on bread and cookies, focusing on the preferences for organic and gluten-free labels and how they relate to the consumer wheat/gluten intolerance/avoidance.
Adopting Organic Wheat: Grower Motivations And Concerns, Kynda R. Curtis, Emily Rice, Donya L. Quarnstrom
Adopting Organic Wheat: Grower Motivations And Concerns, Kynda R. Curtis, Emily Rice, Donya L. Quarnstrom
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This fact sheet provides an overview of the study results by discussing grower motivations for adopting organic methods, as well as grower concerns regarding organic production.
Characteristics Of Organic Wheat Growers, Kynda R. Curtis, Emily Rice, Donya L. Quarnstrom
Characteristics Of Organic Wheat Growers, Kynda R. Curtis, Emily Rice, Donya L. Quarnstrom
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This fact sheet provides an overview of the study results and compares and contrasts these results with the results of other studies. It also provides suggestions for outreach to current and potential organic wheat growers.
Farm Shops: A Direct-To-Consumer Extended Season Opportunity, Kynda R. Curtis, Emily Rice, Susan L. Slocum, Karin E. Allen
Farm Shops: A Direct-To-Consumer Extended Season Opportunity, Kynda R. Curtis, Emily Rice, Susan L. Slocum, Karin E. Allen
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This fact sheet discusses the impact of the expanding food tourism and local food movements on the demand for locally-produced goods, how farms shops can cater to that demand, the advantages and disadvantages of farms shops for both growers and consumers, and best practice suggestions for operating farm shops.
Targeting Farmers' Markets In Utah: Understanding Fresh Produce Pricing, Kynda R. Curtis, Karli Salisbury, Ruby Ward, Carrie Durward
Targeting Farmers' Markets In Utah: Understanding Fresh Produce Pricing, Kynda R. Curtis, Karli Salisbury, Ruby Ward, Carrie Durward
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This fact sheet focuses primarily on farmers’ market price comparisons to assist fresh produce growers in determining which produce varieties have the highest premiums, the range of prices they can expect, and any considerations for production method, seasonality and market location. This information will be useful for growers as they develop production plans and a marketing strategy, including varieties and farmers’ market locations that may be most profitable.
Does Consumer Knowledge Of Organic Production Standards Influence Demand For Organic And Non-Gmo Labeled Foods?, Tatiana Drugova, Kynda R. Curtis
Does Consumer Knowledge Of Organic Production Standards Influence Demand For Organic And Non-Gmo Labeled Foods?, Tatiana Drugova, Kynda R. Curtis
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This fact sheet summarizes a study conducted on consumer willingness to pay (WTP) for organic and non-GMO labels alone and in combination for bread and cookies, and how consumer knowledge that organic is non-GMO and overall organic knowledge of organic standards impacts WTP.
What Determines Produce Pricing In Utah, Kynda R. Curtis, Karli Salisbury, Veronica Pozo, Ruby Ward, Carrie Durward
What Determines Produce Pricing In Utah, Kynda R. Curtis, Karli Salisbury, Veronica Pozo, Ruby Ward, Carrie Durward
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Since pricing information is valuable for produce growers when estimating the potential profitability of various produce items, as well as market types and locations, this fact sheet provides a comparison of fresh produce prices at farmers’ markets and grocery stores in Utah. It also discusses the price impacts for various item characteristics, including variety, market location, seasonality, and production methods.
A Guide To Municipal Water Conservation Pricing In Utah, Eric C. Edwards, Sara A. Sutherland
A Guide To Municipal Water Conservation Pricing In Utah, Eric C. Edwards, Sara A. Sutherland
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This fact sheet provides information on the use of price to encourage water conservation in Utah.
Premium Potential For Organic Wheat Products, Kynda R. Curtis, Tatiana Drugova, Haylea Thomason
Premium Potential For Organic Wheat Products, Kynda R. Curtis, Tatiana Drugova, Haylea Thomason
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This fact sheet provides an overview of the premiums consumers in the Western U.S. are willing to pay for organic wheat products, as well as their knowledge of organic production methods, and opinions and attitudes toward organic food products in general.
Labeling And Product Characteristic Preferences Of Organic Food Buyers, Kynda R. Curtis, Tatiana Drugova, Haylea Thomason
Labeling And Product Characteristic Preferences Of Organic Food Buyers, Kynda R. Curtis, Tatiana Drugova, Haylea Thomason
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This fact sheet discusses the results of an online survey conducted in 2017 across 16 western states via Qualtrics. Just over one thousand residents responded to the survey. The goal of the survey was to examine what types of consumer characteristics, attitudes, concerns, and past consumption habits define a typical consumer of organic wheat products and also examine what factors play into their organic food purchase decisions.
Target Market Identification And Data Collection Methods, Kynda R. Curtis, Sierra Allen
Target Market Identification And Data Collection Methods, Kynda R. Curtis, Sierra Allen
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This fact sheet provides information on how to define a target market for a product or service, followed by methods for market collecting data on targeted consumer groups.
Fresh Produce Direct Market Sales Considerations, Kynda R. Curtis, Sierra Allen, Susan Slocum
Fresh Produce Direct Market Sales Considerations, Kynda R. Curtis, Sierra Allen, Susan Slocum
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This fact sheet describes direct market sales including information on selling farm products or services directly to the final consumer, local grocery or restaurant.
Who Are Organic Wheat Consumers?, Kynda R. Curtis, Tatiana Drugova, Haylea Thomason
Who Are Organic Wheat Consumers?, Kynda R. Curtis, Tatiana Drugova, Haylea Thomason
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This fact sheet provides an overview of the socio-demographics, attitudes, and preferences of organic wheat consumers in the Western U.S. It discusses information on what food attributes these consumers value most along with their lifestyle and shopping habits.
Local Food Entrepreneurship Support, Needs And Gap Analysis, Karin E. Allen, Ruby Ward
Local Food Entrepreneurship Support, Needs And Gap Analysis, Karin E. Allen, Ruby Ward
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This study looks at the current needs as well as resources available to identify gaps in services and provide recommendations about how programs could be improved or added in support of the Utah food production system. An in-depth background on FICs is presented, followed by a brief description of Utah’s food climate. The methodology used and the analysis, followed by .final recommendation is included.
Conducting A Market Assessment: Estimating Market Size And Price For Small-Scale Food Tourism Enterprises, Kynda Curtis, Miranda Bradshaw
Conducting A Market Assessment: Estimating Market Size And Price For Small-Scale Food Tourism Enterprises, Kynda Curtis, Miranda Bradshaw
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Assessing the potential market for new products or services is fundamental to the financial success and growth of a business. This fact sheet describes how to estimate market size and price for small-scale food tourism enterprises.
Northern Utah Peach Orchard Costs And Returns Comparisons By Management Strategy, 20 Acres, 2015, Trevor Knudsen, Kynda Curtis, Jennifer Reeve, Brent Black
Northern Utah Peach Orchard Costs And Returns Comparisons By Management Strategy, 20 Acres, 2015, Trevor Knudsen, Kynda Curtis, Jennifer Reeve, Brent Black
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This fact sheet outlines the costs and returns associated with eleven separate peach orchard treatments based upon research conducted at Utah State University, Kaysville Research Farm, from 2012-2014. This publication is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions, determine potential returns, and prepare business and marketing plans.
Southeastern Utah Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 2 Acres, 2016, Kynda Curtis, Jacob Rudd
Southeastern Utah Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 2 Acres, 2016, Kynda Curtis, Jacob Rudd
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Sample costs and returns to produce mixed vegetables under drip irrigation and sold through direct markets in Southeastern Utah are presented. This publication is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions, determine potential returns and prepare business and marketing plans.
Northern Utah Grass-Fed Beef Production Costs And Returns, 2016, Kynda Curtis, Trevor Knudsen
Northern Utah Grass-Fed Beef Production Costs And Returns, 2016, Kynda Curtis, Trevor Knudsen
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This fact sheet is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions, determine potential returns, and prepare business and marketing plans.
Southern Utah Grass-Fed Beef Production Costs And Returns, 2016, Kynda Curtis, Trevor Knudsen
Southern Utah Grass-Fed Beef Production Costs And Returns, 2016, Kynda Curtis, Trevor Knudsen
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This fact sheet is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions, determine potential returns, and prepare business and marketing pans.
Northern Utah Conventional Peach Orchard Costs And Returns, 20 Acres, 2015, Trevor Knudson, Kynda Curtis, Jennifer Reeve, Brent Black
Northern Utah Conventional Peach Orchard Costs And Returns, 20 Acres, 2015, Trevor Knudson, Kynda Curtis, Jennifer Reeve, Brent Black
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This publication contains average costs and returns for establishing and maintaining a 20-acre peach orchard in Northern Utah. Unless otherwise indicated, information in this publication is based upon grower surveys and pricing data collected in 2014. The establishment and operating costs are meant to be “representative” of a Utah peach orchard, but should be adjusted where necessary to reflect individual situations. Site selection, peach variety, pest management and other practices will also affect the establishment and operating costs of an orchard and should be considered by the producer.
Northern Utah Organic Peach Orchard Costs And Returns, 20 Acres, 2015, Trevor Knudsen, Kyna Curtis, Jennifer Reeve, Brent Black
Northern Utah Organic Peach Orchard Costs And Returns, 20 Acres, 2015, Trevor Knudsen, Kyna Curtis, Jennifer Reeve, Brent Black
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This publication contains average costs and returns for establishing and maintaining a 20-acre organic peach orchard in Northern Utah. Unless otherwise indicated, information in this publication is based upon grower surveys and pricing data collected in 2014. The establishment and operating costs are meant to be “representative” of a Utah organic peach orchard, but should be adjusted where necessary to reflect individual situations. Site selection, peach variety, pest management and other practices will also affect the establishment and operating costs of an orchard and should be considered by the producer.
Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 2 Acres, 2015, Shawn Olsen, Kynda Curtis, Katie Wagner
Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 2 Acres, 2015, Shawn Olsen, Kynda Curtis, Katie Wagner
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Sample costs and returns to produce mixed vegetables under drip irrigation and sold through direct markets in the Davis, Salt Lake, and Utah County of Utah are presented in this fact sheet. It is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions,determine potential returns and prepare business and marketing plans.
Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 5 Acres, 2015, Kynda Curtis, Shawn Olsen, Katie Wagner
Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 5 Acres, 2015, Kynda Curtis, Shawn Olsen, Katie Wagner
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Sample costs and returns to produce mixed vegetables under drip irrigation and sold through direct markets in the Davis, Salt Lake, and Utah County of Utah are presented in this fact sheet. It is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions,determine potential returns and prepare business and marketing plans.
The Optimal Cow Size For Intermountain Cow-Calf Operations, Jesse Russell, Dillon Feuz
The Optimal Cow Size For Intermountain Cow-Calf Operations, Jesse Russell, Dillon Feuz
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Research has shown that as a cow’s mature weight increases, feed efficiency decreases, as well as reproductive efficiency and other production factors. The purpose of this fact sheet is to illustrate the differences economically between three different cow weights (1,000 lbs., 1,200 lbs. and 1,400 lbs.) on three different resource bases.
Characterizing The Face Value Of The "Buy Local" Movement, Kynda Curtis
Characterizing The Face Value Of The "Buy Local" Movement, Kynda Curtis
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This fact sheet offers a few insights into the "buy local" movement, specifically the type of people who purchase specialty or differentiated food products, the rationale behind their purchases and their pricing expectations.
Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 5 Acres, 2014, Kynda Curtis, Shawn Olsen, Trevor Knudsen, Katie Wagner
Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 5 Acres, 2014, Kynda Curtis, Shawn Olsen, Trevor Knudsen, Katie Wagner
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This publication is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions, determine potential returns and prepare business and marketing plans.
Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 2 Acres, 2014, Shawn Olsen, Kynda Curtis, Katie Wagner, Trevor Knudsen
Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 2 Acres, 2014, Shawn Olsen, Kynda Curtis, Katie Wagner, Trevor Knudsen
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This publication is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions, determine potential returns and prepare business and marketing plans.
Farm And Ranch Financial Statements, Clark Israelsen, Dillon Feuz
Farm And Ranch Financial Statements, Clark Israelsen, Dillon Feuz
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This fact sheet is a brief overview of the financial statements and budgeting tools that are likely a part of most farm financial record keeping systems. Links are provided for additional detail on any one financial report or topic. A brief description of a Balance Sheet, a Profit Loss Statement or Income Statement, Statement of Cash Flows and Enterprise Analysis is included.
Grand County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2013, Michael Johnson, Kynda Curtis
Grand County Crop Production Costs And Returns, 2013, Michael Johnson, Kynda Curtis
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This fact sheet is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions, determine potential returns and prepare business and marketing plans.