MacDonald, James M.; Korb, Penelope J. - Agricultural and Applied Economics Association - AAEA - 2006
We use 2003 and 2004 ARMS data to analyze variations in contract duration among growers of broilers who hold production contracts. Most contracts cover just a single flock, but many extend for 1-2 years, and a significant minority of broiler contracts specify lengths of 5, 10, and even 15 years....