SPILLOVERS AND THE RETURNS TO AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH FOR POTATOES

Returns to investments in potato research were estimated for the United States and six subregions. The study combines time-series and cross-sectional data to estimate the supply response for potatoes. Two research variables, research within the state and within the region, were included as exogenous variables to identify spillovers of research results. The rate of return to investments in potato research in the U.S. is estimated at 79%. Of this, 31% accrues to states conducting the research and 69% is accounted for by the spillover effects.Research and Development/Tech Change/Emerging Technologies,

THE INFLUENCE OF MICROWAVE OVENS ON THE DEMAND FOR FRESH AND FROZEN POTATOES

Growth in the number of homes with microwave ovens has changed food preferences and preparation methods. The objective of this study was to determine the impact that microwave oven ownership has had on the demand for fresh and frozen potatoes. Using data from the 1970-88 period, demand equations were estimated for fresh potatoes, frozen potatoes in the retail market and frozen potatoes in the food service market. Results indicate that increases in the percentage of homes that own microwave ovens have shifted demand outward for fresh potatoes but inward for frozen potatoes. If potato processors can develop a microwave frozen French fry that satisfies consumers, microwave ovens could boost the demand for frozen potatoes along with the increase in demand for fresh potatoes.Demand and Price Analysis,

A Biotechnology Course for Developing Countries

Biotechnology offers benefits, but few developing countries have approved genetically engineered (GE) crops. Extension educational programs could help prepare stakeholders in developing countries to influence biotechnology policies. Michigan State University (MSU) developed a two-week course that was taught 14 times from 2002 to 2010 for 251 participants from 58 developing countries. This course helped form an international network of biotechnology specialists who collaborate with stakeholders

Idaho Agricultural Outlook

This report discusses Idaho farm and ranch revenue during calendar-year 1999. Estimated 1999 farm and ranch revenue is $3.435 billion, up 3% from last year and breaking the record set in 1996. Livestock production makes up 48% of total 1999 farm-gate revenue and crop production makes up the other 52%

Costs of producing hydroponic greenhouse tomatoes and cucumbers

4 p.; 28 cm

Analysis of a mandatory seed law for the Idaho potato industry

15 p., Agricultural Experiment Station, Bulletin No. 732, February 1992

Selection and Implementation Of a Farm Records System

Bulletin no. 633 [Moscow, Idaho] :Cooperative Extension Service, University of Idaho, College of Agriculture,[1984] J. F. Guenthner and R. L. Wittman. 12 p. :ill. ;28 cm. Cover title

Idaho Agricultural Outlook

A thriving agriculture is vital to Idaho's economic health. University of Idaho economists found that 35% of the state's economic activity is linked to farms, ranches and food processing. In the Magic Valley more than three-fourths of the economy is linked to agriculture. This report discusses the current agricultural situation and the outlook for 1996