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Determinants of variety choice among potato growers in the Bolivian highlands
(2008)The objectives of the study discussed in this presentation are: -
The evaluation of the full-factorial attraction model performance in brand market share estimation
(Academic Journals, 2008-07-31)Having reliable models to predict the influence of marketing instruments on market performance is critical for efficient allocation of marketing resources. An Attraction Model is often used to predict market share, although ... -
Risk management in the development of new products in the pharmaceutical industry
(Academic Journals, 2008-10-31)One of the greatest challenges facing the pharmaceutical industry is the process of selecting which new products to develop. In this study, the product development and investment decision problem was examined. A hypothetical ... -
Watershed-based natural resource management in small-scale agriculture: Sloped areas of the Andean region
(Blacksburg, VA: Office of International Research, Education, and Development, Virginia Tech, 2009)This presentation summarizes the long term research activities of the SANREM project "Watershed-based NRM for Small-scale Agriculture" from 2004-2009. Research findings highlight the role of national institutions such as ... -
Evaluation Framework for Water Quality Trading Programs in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
(Scientific And Technical Advisory Committe, Chesapeake Bay Program, 2009)Water quality trading programs are being proposed and implemented across the US in a variety of forms and with differing objectives. The programs being proposed and implemented in the Chesapeake Bay region are no exception. ... -
Investigation of the promotion and adoption of sustainable natural resource management agricultural practices in the Chimbo watershed of Ecuador
(Virginia Tech Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, 2009)Final report for SANREM summer internship in Ecuador. Describes evaluation of determinants of adoption of soil conservation practices in Chimbo watershed, Ecuador -
Using a bundled amenity model to estimate the value of cropland open space and determine an optimal buffer zone
(Western Agricultural Economics Association, 2009-04)This study investigates how proximity to cropland influences residential property values and considers the public policy implications. The hedonic model generalizes previous studies by recognizing that the bundle of ... -
Conservation agriculture as a potential pathway to better resource management, higher productivity and improved socio-economic conditions in the Andean region (Bolivia, Ecuador)
(Blacksburg, VA: SANREM CRSP, OIRED, Virginia Tech, 2010)This presentation provides a brief overview of the research proposal for conservation agriculture (CA) in the Andean Region (LTRA-7). The researchers will be evaluating farming practices in Bolivar, Ecuador and Tiraque, ... -
Market participation and marketing performance: A case study of Bolivian potato farmers
(2010)This presentation describes a case study done in the Bolivian Andes that addresses questions pertaining to market participation and marketing performance. By using surveys and other data collection methods, researchers ... -
The role of risk mitigation in production efficiency: A case study of Bolivian potatoes producers
(2010)This presentation describes data gathered in the Bolivian Andes on 389 households about potato production activities, revenues, expenses, and environmental and gender issues. Crop productivity has been declining because ... -
Experiencias de manejo integrado de recursos naturales en la subcuenca del río Chimbo, Ecuador
(Quito, Ecuador: INIAP - SANREM CRSP - SENACYT; Editorial ABYA-YALA, 2010) -
Análisis de la viabilidad socio-económica y ambiental del sistema de producción papa-leche en la microcuenca del río Illangama-Ecuador.
(Asociación Latinoamericana de Producción Animal, 2010)De acuerdo al Índice de Necesidades Básicas Insatisfechas (NBI), en la microcuenca del río Illangama, alrededor del 76% de la población es pobre y sus ingresos están entre US$120 y 160 por mes, aún después de adoptar ... -
Are potato markets gendered? An analysis of gender networks in the potato marketing chain in the Jatun Mayu watershed of Tiraque, Bolivia
(2010)Incomes from potato production are critical for the well-being and survival of many Andean farmers. These incomes depend on market access and ability to receive fair prices. Potato markets have existed in the area since ... -
Access to information and farmer's market choice: The case of potato in highland Bolivia
(2011)Potato incomes are critical determinants of Andean farmers' household well-being. Efforts to improve incomes of producers should recognize the role of access to market information. In highland Bolivia, market information ... -
Executing CADRe: Integration of Models with Negotiation Processes
(Institute For Water Resources, Corps Of Engineers, 2011)There is a long history of efforts to support water resource decision making with computer simulation/optimization models. Initial efforts often were called decision support systems (DSS) and while this label persists in ... -
Nitrogen Index 4.4. User Manual
(USDA ARS, 2011)User manual for a web-based tool to help farmers make optimal decisions about nitrogen application in degraded and other lands. -
Gestión integrada de recursos naturales en la subcuenca del río Chimbo, Ecuador
(2011)La subcuenca del río Chimbo (Figura 1), presenta condiciones socio-económicas y ambientales que ponen en serio riesgo los recursos naturales y las condiciones de vida de la población que en el 77% de los casos es pobre. ... -
Conservation Agriculture as a Potential Pathway to Better Resource Management, Higher Productivity, and Improved Socio-Economic Conditions in the Andean Region
(2011)Poster describes SANREM conservation agriculture project in Ecuador and Bolivia. -
Determining Costs of Conventional and Conservation Agricultural Practices
(Blacksburg, VA: SANREM CRSP, 2011)Farmers in the Chimbo watershed face problems with soil erosion as a result of the steep slopes and mountainous terrain. In order to help address these environmental concerns and increase farmer profitability and yields, ...
