This paper provides an Input-Output (I/O) based economic impact analysis for organic apple production in Washington State. The intent is to compare the economic “ripple” effect of organic production with conventional production. The analysis is presented in two scenarios: first we compare the...

The Australian desert economy is a $90 billion dollar economy. However currently,there is a reliance on a few industry sectors in delivering its output. About 60% of thegross revenue of the desert comes from only three sectors - mining, manufacturing andagriculture. This can pose a risk in light...

During the 2002 drought, farm sector economic factors were monitored to assess the likely statewide economic impacts. Timely moisture during the spring of 2003 resulted in a sizeable wheat harvest relative to recent years. Prices in the fall of 2003 resulted in a sizeable wheat harvest relative...