A5073051337- Agricultural Economics and Policy
- Economic and Environmental Valuation
- Marine and fisheries research
- Horticultural and Viticultural Research
- Environmental Sustainability in Business
- Irrigation Practices and Water Management
- Agricultural Innovations and Practices
- Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies
- Coastal and Marine Management
- Water resources management and optimization
- Advances in Cucurbitaceae Research
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management
- Environmental and Sediment Control
- Ecology and biodiversity studies
- Berry genetics and cultivation research
- Water-Energy-Food Nexus Studies
- Organic Food and Agriculture
- Urban Green Space and Health
- Potato Plant Research
- Marine Bivalve and Aquaculture Studies
- Rice Cultivation and Yield Improvement
- Water Quality and Resources Studies
- Wheat and Barley Genetics and Pathology
- Banana Cultivation and Research
- Coastal and Marine Dynamics
University of Florida
2003-2024
Life Extension Foundation
2021-2024
University of North Florida
2023
Temporary closures of polluted coastal waters to shellfish harvesting protect human health but also generate broad socioeconomic impacts on rural, fishing-dependent communities. Improved understanding these could help managers prioritize investments water quality and mitigate the effects pollution. Using a regression model monthly landings, we explore impact temporary commercial harvest soft-shell clams (Mya arenaria) in Machias Bay region Maine (USA). We find that economic losses are...
Farm-scale decisions are key determinants of water quality and use on a regional scale. This paper evaluates farm-scale economic–environmental tradeoffs associated with row crop land management as well in 15-county area the Suwannee River Basin North Florida. Discussions stakeholders through participatory modeling process identified choices relevant for study region. Land included three fertilizer irrigation systems, combination corn, carrot, peanut rotations. nitrate leaching yield outcomes...
Multiple federal and state agencies provide assistance to qualified agricultural producers following a natural disaster, such as hurricane. However, the programs change over time, many are not aware of available. The purpose this publication is list briefly describe disaster resources available in Florida after Hurricane Idalia. To extent that some information remains same, could guidance Extension agents, nongovernmental organizations, impacted by future hurricanes. was compiled from...
Ginger, galangal, and turmeric (Figure 1) are emerging crops for Florida production. All of these plants in the Zingiberaceae family share most aspects their This bulletin describes production containers or field under conditions to help guide growers interested ginger, turmeric, galangal expanding market. species have been evaluated by UF/IFAS Assessment Non-native Plants Florida’s Natural Areas (UF/IFAS Assessment) using Predictive Tool (an invasion risk assessment) all present a low...
This 16-page analysis written by Kevin R. Athearn, Peter C. Andersen, Bent V. Brodbeck, Lei Lani L. Davis, Clay Olson, Daniel K. Fenneman, Matthew Lollar, Derek Farnsworth, and Michael Perez published the UF/IFAS Food Resource Economics Department provides research-based information a description of satsuma mandarin markets, production costs, potential returns for citrus growers who are considering establishing grove in north Florida. Its purpose is to serve as reference model create their...
State and federal policies in the United States focus on agricultural best management practices (BMP)—such as improving nutrient management—to address water quality issues. BMP development is a challenging process new may also affect farm profitability. This article explores economic feasibility of nitrogen (N) programs, including application rates (N rates), given alternative scenarios for current use producer risk perceptions carrot production Florida. In this study, eight N are ranked to...
Home vegetable gardening has numerous documented benefits, including savings on the family food bill. How can a gardener calculate cost from garden? Which vegetables more to grow in garden and which less? This 10-page fact sheet written by Kevin Athearn, Hannah Wooten, Liz Felter, Catherine G. Campbell, Jessica M. Ryals, Matthew C. Lollar, Juanita Popenoe, Lorna Bravo, LuAnn Duncan, Christa Court, Wendy Wilber published UF/IFAS Food Resource Economics Department helps home gardeners estimate costs
This new 6-page publication of the UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department aims to inform Florida growers and craft brewing distillery industry about current knowledge potential yield challenges barley cultivation in north Florida. Written by Charles E. Barrett, Lincoln Zotarelli, Sylvia M. Willis, Jay Capasso, Ethan T. Carter, De Broughton, Kevin R. Athearn, Andrew MacIntosh, Alicia N. Halbritter, Matthew Smith, A. Korus, Daniel J. Leonard.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1420
This publication provides a basic introduction to product costing for farm businesses and food processing enterprises. It describes cost concepts, examples, briefly discusses software tools that can assist with analysis. The is intended help farmers entrepreneurs understand concepts do their own calculations business decisions.
Farm-scale decisions are key determinants of water quality and use on a regional scale. This paper evaluates farm-scale economic–environmental tradeoffs associated with row crop land management as well in 15-county area the Suwannee River Basin North Florida. Discussions stakeholders through participatory modeling process identified choices relevant for study region. Land included three fertilizer irrigation systems, combination corn, carrot, peanut rotations. nitrate leaching yield outcomes...
One in five US households cans fruits or vegetables a home kitchen. If your household is one of them, you may want to know the full cost activity how much money are saving by doing it yourself. This 10-page fact sheet written Kevin R. Athearn, Amarat Simonne, and Soohyoun Ahn published UF/IFAS Food Resource Economics Department presents template designed assist estimating potential returns from canning food at home. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fe1034
This document lists steps for starting a farm business in Northeast Florida, along with resources and contact information to assist new farmer completing each step.
Revised! HS765, a 16-page illustrated article by Peter C. Andersen, Kevin R. Athearn, Ali Sarkhosh, Mercy A. Olmstead, and Jeffrey G. Williamson, summarizes the degree of adaptation deciduous fruit nut species in Florida identifies cultivars that are recommended for trial various locations Florida. Includes references. Originally published UF Department Horticultural Sciences, November 2000. Revised February 2020.
Enterprise budgets help farmers and ranchers estimate expenses, potential revenue, profit. UF/IFAS provides enterprise for a variety of Florida-grown commodities. These are typically built collaboratively by economists, horticulturists agronomists, ranchers, growers. This publication highlights key aspects the budget as planning tool farm businesses. Includes links to related documents specific several Florida