MSUcares Publications

Impacts of Seed and Farm Characteristics on Cottonseed Choice, A Choice-Based Conjoint Experiment in the Mississippi Delta

Swagata "Ban" Banerjee, Steven W. Martin, Darren Hudson — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:00:42 -0600

Producers’ preferences for cottonseed with respect to price, seed type, yield, and fiber quality were examined using a willingness-to-pay approach via mail surveys. Results indicate there is a positive willingness to pay (WTP) for technology relative to conventional cottonseed, and WTP increases with
the level of technology. There is also a positive WTP for yield and quality. Larger farms have a higher WTP for technology, and farms with more farm labor have a lower WTP for technology. These results suggest there are economies of size in technology adoption (biotechnology is not size-neutral), and labor and biotechnology are direct substitutes.

Nematode Management Investigations in Mississippi, 2006

Gary W. Lawrence, Kathy S. Lawrence, Jacobo Caceres, Tyler P. Wilemon — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:58:28 -0600

This summary of 2006 nematode trials on cotton and soybeans was prepared for industry cooperators,
colleagues at other universities, and other interested persons. The information presented is not an endorsement or recommendation. This information is intended for private use and may not be reproduced without permission.

Understanding and Managing Cattle Shrink

Dr. Jane A. Parish, Dr. Justin D. Rhinehart — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:20:28 -0600

Cattle are typically marketed and transported several times in their lives. Marketing and transportation can be the most fatiguing and stressful events in a feeder calf’s life. Each move not only stresses calves and increases the risk of bovine respiratory disease and associated death, but also results in weight loss that must be regained after arrival. In addition, shipping cattle typically involves feed and water deprivation that contributes to weight loss.

This liveweight loss in cattle is commonly called shrink. Shrink also can refer to weight loss in carcasses or retail cuts. In addition to reduced liveweight and carcass yield, transport and handling stress can negatively impact meat quality, as well.

Timber: An Important Crop in Marshall County

Dr. James E. Henderson, Dr. John D. Kushla — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:57:13 -0600

Information on the timber situation in Marshall county, MS.

Mississippi Corn for Grain Hybrid Trials, 2009

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:06:37 -0600

Trials were conducted on Experiment Station land or on grower-cooperator fields in two geographical areas in Mississippi: Area I, located in the hill region of Mississippi (five dryland locations); and Area II, located in the Delta region of Mississippi (three irrigated locations) (see map). Commercial seed companies were given the opportunity to enter hybrids in either Area I or Area II or both.

Feedstuff Handling, Storage, And Feeding Systems For Livestock

Jane Parish — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:42:25 -0600

Livestock feedstuffs include forages and grain-based and coproduct feeds. Grazed forages generally make up the bulk of livestock diets in Mississippi, but stored forages and grain-based feeds are also used, particularly during winter. Feedstuff storage, handling, and feeding characteristics affect which feedstuff is the best choice for an operation.

Mulches for the Landscape

Dr. Lelia Kelly, Dr. Gary Bachman, Cathy Ivy — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:57:23 -0600

Mulch helps keep your garden and landscape healthy. Mulching occurs regularly in nature with fallen leaves, twigs, spent flowers, and other materials. These natural mulches have provided a protective covering for the soil. They, along with inorganic mulches, can do the same in your garden.

FNP - What is EBT?

Carol Ball — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:55:51 -0600

Electronic Benefit Transfer, or EBT, is the distribution of food stamp benefits with a plastic debit card. It allows eligible participants to purchase food items. The EBT card, similar to a bankcard, is issued and a personal identification number (PIN) is assigned to give access to the account. You slide your card through the machine to pay for groceries. The EBT card authorizes the transfer of government benefits from a federal account to a retailer’s account to pay for goods received.

FNP - Shopping List

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:54:22 -0600

With thousands of foods to choose from, how can you get the most nutrition from
your food dollar? A smart shopper plans ahead and knows exactly what to buy. A
smart shopper knows marketing techniques that may encourage spending beyond the
shopping plan. Food shopping on a budget takes planning. Follow these steps to get the most for your money:

FNP - Safe Food Sense

Carol Ball — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:52:27 -0600

Save grocery shopping for last on your to-do list. Shop for cold foods last and get it home
fast.

Never leave food in a hot car; this will cause food spoilage bacteria to grow. The
temperature danger zone for potentially dangerous foods is 40 degrees to 140 degrees. Do not buy foods
in containers that are leaking or bulging; or damaged cans, cracked jars, or jars with loose
or bulging lids. These foods could contain the rare and often fatal botulism poison.