CONSUMER PREFERENCES FOR NON-CONVENTIONALLY GROWN PRODUCE [PDF]
This study examines the potential for marketing fresh fruits and vegetables with labels indicating enhanced food and/or environmental safety attributes as compared to conventional produce.
Figueroa, Enrique E. +1 more
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Effect of organic, low-input and conventional production systems on pesticide and growth regulator residues in wheat, potato and cabbage [PDF]
, 2007 The Nafferton factorial systems comparison (NFSC) experiments facilitate the investigation of effects of, and interaction between, three production system components - a) rotational position, b) fertility and c) crop protection management - in organic ...
Cooper, J.M. +6 more
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Sustainable Productivity Growth in Agriculture: The Role of Shifts in R&D Investments and Technology
Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy, EarlyView.ABSTRACT The objective of the paper is to evaluate the long‐term prospects of sustainable productivity growth linked to plausible assumptions on public agricultural R&D investments as the key productivity driver. Second, it investigates the role of changing R&D focus from yield maximization to input saving technologies (fertilizers and pesticides). The
Zuzana Smeets Křístková +4 more
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IDENTIFYING PRIORITIES FOR PESTICIDE RESIDUE REDUCTION [PDF]
Pesticide residues, dietary intakes, dietary risks, fruits and vegetables, Crop Production/Industries,
Kuchler, Fred +2 more
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Temperature Sensitivity and Adaptation of Cereal Yields: Empirical Evidence From Italy
Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy, EarlyView.ABSTRACT This paper investigates the evolving temperature sensitivity and climate adaptation of cereal yields in Italy from 1952 to 2023, using province‐level data for maize, common wheat, and durum wheat. Employing panel data econometric methods, we estimate yield responses to heat exposure, changes in sensitivity over time, and adaptation to climate ...
Paolo Nota +2 more
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Hubungan Kadar Enzym Kholinesterase Dengan Kadar Hormon Thyroid Pada Wus Di Daerah Gondok Endemik [PDF]
, 2006 The Relationship Between Cholinesterase Enzym and Iodine Status of Child Bearing Age Woman (CBAW) In The Endemic Goitre Area.Background: Pesticide as a pollutant substance is a goitrogenic agent. It can form a strong complex bound with iodine in the body.
Ichsan, M. (M) +4 more
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Drivers of Precision Agriculture Adoption in Italian Viticulture
Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy, EarlyView.ABSTRACT This study examines the main drivers influencing the adoption of two types of precision farming technologies in the viticultural sector: Decision Support Systems (DSSs) and Variable Rate Technologies (VRTs). We apply a partial proportional odds model and find that socio‐demographic characteristics are not significant determinants of adoption ...
Olimpia Fontana +3 more
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Study on Pesticide Residues in Selected Foods in Jimma Zone, Southwest Ethiopia [PDF]
, 2023 Kasahun Wale
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Agribusiness, EarlyView.Abstract Nucleus outgrower schemes are contractual arrangements where well‐resourced large‐scale farmers (nucleus farmers) are empowered by development support agencies to take charge of smallholder farmers, by providing them with market access and the necessary training on agronomic practices and farm inputs for production.
Dominic Tasila Konja, Awudu Abdulai
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Persistence of benthiocarb in soil: influence of ultraviolet and sunlight
Orbital: The Electronic Journal of Chemistry, 2008 Persistence of benthiocarb in soil as affected by UV and sunlight exposure was studied. Treated soil was placed in petri plate, brought to field capacity moisture and then exposed to UV and sunlight.
Md. Wasim Aktar +2 more
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