The Waxman-Markey Bill (HR2454 American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009) reflects the goal of the Obama administration to address climate change issues. The global nature of Green House Gas (GHG) emissions and the mitigation efforts imply a multi-lateral approach to the issue. This paper...

Iowa leads the nation in egg production, producing more than the second and third largest states combined. The United States Department of Agriculture estimates that approximately 52.9 million layers in Iowa produced 14.5 billion eggs in 2011. This level of production consumes 49.2 million...

The 180 farmers' markets operating in a range of urban to rural communities in Iowa provide a useful setting to evaluate factors affecting sales at these markets. Higher average sales at markets tended to be associated with urban and higher income areas. Only 30% of vendors reported sales...

The 180 farmers' markets operating in a range of urban to rural communities in Iowa provide a useful setting to evaluate factors affecting sales at these markets. Higher average sales at markets tended to be associated with urban and higher income areas. Only 30% of vendors reported sales...

Iowa's Agritourism Industry members were surveyed for information on their operational characteristics.