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2016 public attitudes about agriculture in Colorado: a study by the Colorado Department of Agriculture
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2016) Chriestenson, Chad, author; Martin, Michael, author; Thilmany-McFadden, Dawn, author; Sullins, Martha, author; Jablonski, Becca, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
This research replicates studies conducted in 1996, 2001, 2006 and 2011 by the Colorado Department of Agriculture partnering with different CSU personnel over the years. In 1996, the Colorado Department of Agriculture and Ag Insights worked with Colorado State University’s Human Dimensions in Natural Resources Unit to develop a survey of Colorado residents to determine the public’s attitudes towards such issues as food prices, food safety, pesticide use, environmental practices, wildlife and agriculture, animal welfare, land use, population growth and agricultural land preservation, among other things. Subsequent reports have then compared the attitudes of Coloradans towards the above-mentioned issues across the years of 1996, 2001, 2006 and 2011. The 2016 survey is intended to add another year of data and comparisons built on these same objectives, but it also seeks to explore some new issues.
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A contemporary concept of the value(s)-added food and agriculture sector and rural development
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2020-12-15) Clark, Jill K., author; Jablonski, Becca B.R., author; Inwood, Shoshanah, author; Irish, Aiden, author; Freedgood, Julia, author; Community Development, publisher
The changing structure of agriculture strains the historically close relationship between commodity agriculture and rural development. Meanwhile, growth in consumer interest for differentiated, value-added products has the potential to create community economic development opportunities. However, the evidence regarding the benefit of value-added programs for broader community wealth is mixed. We argue that the mixed findings result, in part, from differences in how “value-added” is defined. Value-added agriculture has been conceptualized in many ways. Taking a US-focused approach, we first review four main concepts: value-added, short food supply chain, values-based supply chain, and civic agriculture. Building on these, we present our definition of a value(s)-added food and agriculture sector, incorporating three features: (1) Consumers make purchases that simultaneously provide utility and enable a price premium; (2) the shared principles among firms and their relational arrangement support the distribution of the value, and thus the premium, across the chain and between owners and employees (the use of “principles” or “values” prompts the “(s)” in our definition); and (3) supply chain actors have a demonstrated commitment to the community. We discuss how this definition contributes to debates in, and has implications for, community economic development policy.
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Assessing the economic impacts of food hubs on regional economies: a framework that includes opportunity cost
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2016-04-29) Jablonski, B. B. R., author; Schmit, T. M., author; Kay, D, author; Agricultural and Resource Economics Review, publisher
The number of food hubs—businesses that aggregate and distribute local food—in the United States is growing, fueled in part by increasing public support. However, there have been few data-driven assessments of the economic impacts of these ventures. Using an input-output-based methodology and a unique data set from a successful food hub, we measure net and gross impacts of a policy supporting their development. We estimate a gross output multiplier of 1.75 and an employment multiplier of 2.14. Using customer surveys, we estimate that every $1 increase in final demand for food hub products generates a $0.11 reduction in purchases in other sectors.
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Can locally available foods provide a healthy diet at affordable costs? Case of Armenia
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2018-08-28) Ghazaryan, Armen, author; Informa UK Limited, publisher
Nutrition-related health problems, such as obesity, stunting, anemia, and high blood pressure are common in Armenia. A large portion of the population lives below the national poverty line, and consumes less than the necessary energy intake per day. Linear programming is used in this study of diet optimization to create a healthy diet model for children and adults of different ages at the minimum cost. The model is based on culturally appropriate food products. The study finds that, while average Armenians can afford a healthy diet, their current dietary choices do not meet the requirements of Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs). Moreover, people earning minimum salary need to spend more than half of their monthly income on food to afford a healthy diet. Based on the study’s findings, several policy recommendations are made.
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Characteristics of market for natural beef in Colorado and northern New Mexico
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2002-03) Grannis, Jennifer, author; Thilmany, Dawn D., author; Sparling, Ed, author; McKenzie, John, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
The objective of this study is to identify those consumers with the highest willingness to pay and identify which properties of ‘natural meats’ are most important to these consumers. Findings show that consumers are willing to pay a higher percentage premium for natural ground beef than for natural beefsteak. We also categorize respondents using the estimated likelihood of paying a premium for natural beef to compare and contrast how several variables differ among potential customers Several demographics (age and income), as well as shopping behavior and types of meat purchased, are significantly associated with those willing to buy at a premium.
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Community-supported agriculture marketing performance: results from pilot market channel assessments in Colorado
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2019-05-24) Jablonski, Becca B. R., author; Sullins, Martha, author; McFadden, Dawn Thilmany, author; Sustainability, publisher
Due in large part to rising consumer interest, the number of farmers and ranchers selling through local food markets is growing. Community-supported agriculture (CSA) is a unique local food channel adopted by producers that was initially established as a strategy for producers to directly benefit from the season-long investments of buyers who align with their community-focused mission. Although the U.S. Department of Agriculture has long collected data to improve farm performance, information on specific marketing channels is missing, and in response, this research provides some of the first evidence of the heterogeneity of performance among CSAs. In a pilot approach to understanding the economics of CSAs relative to other direct marketing channels, we conducted an assessment process, incorporating 42 farms in Colorado between June 2016 and October 2017. Results showed that farms that incorporated CSA sales in their direct market portfolios tended to be smaller in scale and utilize more diverse markets. Although these CSA farms have lower average weekly sales, they have the highest average marketing profit margins compared to other direct market channels.
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Connecting urban food plans to the countryside: leveraging Denver's food vision to explore meaningful rural-urban linkages
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2019-04-04) Jablonski, Becca B. R., author; Carolan, Michael, author; Hale, James, author; McFadden, Dawn Thilmany, author; Love, Erin, author; Christensen, Libby, author; Covey, Tabitha, author; Bellows, Laura, author; Cleary, Rebecca, author; David, Olaf, author; Jablonski, Kevin E., author; Jones, Andrew S., author; Meiman, Paul, author; Quinn, Jason, author; Ryan, Elizabeth P., author; Schipanski, Meagan, author; Summers, Hailey, author; Uchanski, Mark, author; Sustainability, publisher
Cities are increasingly turning to food policy plans to support goals related to food access, food security, the environment, and economic development. This paper investigates ways that rural farmers, communities, and economies can both support and be supported by metropolitan food-focused initiatives. Specifically, our research question asked what opportunities and barriers exist to developing food policies that support urban food goals, particularly related to local procurement, as well as rural economic development. To address this question, we described and analyzed a meeting of urban stakeholders and larger-scale rural producers related to Colorado’s Denver Food Vision and Plan. We documented and explored “findings” gleaned from a supply chain diagraming and data compilation process that were then used to inform an event that brought together diverse supply chain partners. Three findings stand out. First, facilitating dialog between urban food policymakers and rural producers to understand potential tensions, mitigate such tensions, and capitalize on opportunities is essential. Second, perceptions and expectations surrounding “good food” are nuanced—a timely finding given the number of preferred procurement programs emerging across the county. Third, critical evaluation is needed across a diverse set of value chain strategies (e.g., conventional and alternative distribution) if food policy intends to support heterogeneous producers, their communities, and urban food policy goals.
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Coronavirus and farm workers
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2020-03-23) Beatty, Timothy, author; Hill, Alexandra, author; Martin, Phillip, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
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Cost savings associated with the Upper Colorado River Basin Endangered Fish Recovery Program, instream flows, and prospects for the future
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2010-11-15) Loomis, John, author; Ballweber, Jeff, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
This report investigates the role of instream flows as part of a program to protect and recover certain water-dependent endangered species. For the purposes of this report, instream flows are defined as non-consumptive, in-channel flows of water. We examined two case studies of endangered fish species programs that included instream flows, one on the upper Colorado River and one on the San Juan River. Cost savings with cooperative recovery programs are calculated. Scenarios involving increased instream flows are evaluated to estimate what the cost savings might be to water developers from additional instream flow appropriations and acquisitions by the Colorado Water Conservation Board.
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Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics 1990-1992 publications
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 1993-03) Cary, Nancy, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
The primary purpose of this publication listing is to help increase the accessibility to published research by the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics (DARE) faculty, affiliates and graduate students to the general public and interested individuals.
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Determinants of effective beginning farmer programming and implications for future programs
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2017-09-01) Jablonski, Becca B. R., author; McFadden, Dawn Thilmany, author; Sullins, Martha, author; Curtis, Kynda R., author; Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics, publisher
This research explores the determinants of effective beginning farmer programming and implications for emerging and established programs. We use responses from 100 interviews with participants in the Building Farmers in the West Program, one of the longest-standing beginning farmer training programs in the United States, to understand how key course principles predict improved farm profitability. Results show that specific production changes after taking the course—including the number of cultivated varieties (negative), number of farm enterprises (positive), and length of production season (positive)—are correlated with improved farm profitability. We make recommendations for future beginning farmer programming based on these results.
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Economic and fiscal impact study: Colorado State University
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2017-11) Hill, Rebecca, author; Cutler, Harvey, author; Shields, Martin, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
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Ensuring the continued functionality of essential critical infrastructure industries by estimating the workforce impacts of COVID-19
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2020-04-20) Bayham, Jude, author; Hill, Alexandra E., author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
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Estimated economic impact of federal agricultural conservation easement programs (ACEP) on Colorado, 2009-2017
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2018-07) Seidl, Andrew, author; Swartzentruber, Ryan, author; Hill, Rebecca, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
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Estimated economic impact of federal agricultural conservation easement programs (ACEP) on Colorado, 2009-2017: summary
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2018-07) Seidl, Andrew, author; Swartzentruber, Ryan, author; Hill, Rebecca, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
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Estimating the economic benefits of maintaining peak instream flows in the Poudre River through Fort Collins, Colorado
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2008-04) Loomis, John, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
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Farm to school activities and student outcomes: a systematic review
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2019-09-05) Prescott, Melissa Pflugh, author; Cleary, Rebecca, author; Bonanno, Alessandro, author; Costanigro, Marco, author; Jablonski, Becca B. R., author; Long, Abigail B., author; Advances in Nutrition, publisher
Farm to school programs (F2SPs) operate in 42% of school districts and are supported in part through federal and state policies as well as philanthropic funding. Although research evaluating the effects of farm to school-related activities on student outcomes is growing, a systematic review of the results and thus a synthesis of implications for future programming have not occurred. The primary objective of this systematic literature review is to summarize and evaluate studies on student outcomes associated with farm to school-related activities up to 1 September, 2017. Four databases spanning 4 research disciplines were used to identify full-text, English-language studies. Twenty-one studies were reviewed: 7 explicitly investigated F2SPs, and 14 evaluated the impact of school-based interventions that were relevant to activities reported in the 2013 and/or 2015 Farm to School Census. All of the F2SP studies (n = 7) and 85.7% of farm to school-related activity studies (n = 12) were multicomponent, and there was a wide variety of implemented intervention components across the reviewed studies. Results from F2SP and farm to school-related activity studies consistently show positive impacts on food and nutrition-related knowledge; most studies also suggest a positive relation between farm to school-related activities and healthy food selection during school meals, nutrition self-efficacy, and willingness to try fruits and vegetables. The impact of farm to school activities on fruit and vegetable consumption and preferences is unclear. The most common F2SP study limitations were study designs that preclude causal inference, outcome measurement with no reported or limited psychometric testing, lack of long-term outcome evaluation, and challenges related to quantifying intervention implementation. These findings underscore the need for more conclusive evidence on the relation between farm to school-related activities and changes in fruit and vegetable consumption.
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Federal policy, administration, and local good coming of age
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2018-08-15) Clark, Jill K., author; Jablonski, Becca B. R., author; Choices, publisher
This article reviews the federal legislative and administrative maturation of local food. By focusing on the Farm Bill and the Know Your Farmer Know Your Food program—one way in which the USDA carries out its legislative mandates—we can assess where local foods will be in the future.
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Final report, Upper Gunnison basin in-stream flow project
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 1994-09-20) Sparling, Edward W., author; Harpman, David A., author; Booker, Jim, author; Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University, publisher
This is the final report for a project funded by the Ford Foundation, the purpose of which was to measure the value of the water flows in, and the habitats affected by water flows in the East and the Taylor Rivers near Gunnison, Colorado. Motivation for the study arose from public controversy over the proposed transmountain diversion of water from these streams to municipalities near Denver. The main goal of the study was to estimate a total uncompensated value of resource services lost if water flowing in the upper Gunnison River were diverted by one of two proposed projects. Estimated values include both market and non-market values.
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Food value chain development in Central New York: CNY bounty
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2011-08-04) Jablonski, Becca B. R., author; Perez-Burgos, Javier, author; Gómez, Miguel I., author; Journal of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Community Development, publisher
In the past 10 years, demand for locally grown food has increased dramatically. Concomitantly, small, commercial farms have declined disproportionately to small and large farms. The decline may be due to the lack of appropriately scaled marketing and distribution resulting from changing markets. This article presents a case study of a component of a food value chain started in 2007, Central New York (CNY) Bounty. CNY Bounty markets and distributes products produced by 119 small, commercial farms and processors to individual households, restaurants, natural food stores, and universities. In the past four years, CNY Bounty has experienced mixed success in terms of its economic viability, which can offer some important lessons for practitioners and contributions for food value chain research.