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Departmental Publications 2005

TABLE OF CONTENTS

JOURNAL ARTICLES

International Economic Development

Berdegue, J.A., F. Balsevich, L. Flores, T. REARDON. “Central American Supermarkets' Private Standards of Quality and Safety in Procurement of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables.”  Food Policy 30 (3) (June 2005):  254-269.

Mainville, D.Y., D. Zylbersztajn, E.M.M.Q. Farina, T. REARDON. “Determinants of Retailers' Decisions to Use Public or Private Grades and Standards: Evidence from the Fresh Produce Market of Sao Paulo, Brazil.” Food Policy 30 (3) (June 2005): 334-353.

Barrett, C.B., M. Bezuneh, D.C. Clay, and T. REARDON. “Heterogeneous Constraints, Incentives, and Income Diversification Strategies in Rural Africa.” Quarterly Journal of International Agriculture 44 (1) (2005): 37-60.

Henson, S., and T. REARDON. “Private Agri-Food Standards: Implications for Food Policy and the Agri-Food System.” Food Policy 30 (3) (June 2005):  241-253.

Farina, EMMQ, G.E. Gutman, P.J. Lavarello, R. Nunes, T. REARDON. “Private and Public Milk Standards in Argentina and Brazil.” Food Policy 30 (3) (June 2005): 302-315.

Henson, S., and T. REARDON (eds.) Special Issue on “Private Agrifood Standards in Developing Countries.” Food Policy 30 (3) (2005).

Reardon, T., J.A. Berdegué, and C. P. Timmer. “Supermarketization of the Emerging Markets of the Pacific Rim: Development and Trade Implications.” Journal of Food Distribution Research 36 (1) (March 2005):  3-12.

Burkhardt, Jeffrey, Gary Comstock, Peter G. Hartel, and P. B. THOMPSON. “Agricultural Ethics.” CAST Issue Paper Number 29, (February 2005 ). Council on Agricultural` Science and Technology, Ames, IA, 12 pp.

Thompson, P. B. “Ecological Risks of Transgenic Crops: A Framework  for Assessment and Conceptual Issues,” in Sustainability in Agriculture, R.E. Hester and R. M. Harrison, eds. Issues in Environmental Science and Toxicology, Vol. 21, Cambridge, UK: 2005, Royal Society of Chemistry, pp. 16-30.

Regional Economic Development

Miklavcic, P.R., V. BITSCH, and R. H. BERNSTEN. AGrowers= Perspective on Attracting Migrant Labor and Migrants= Workplace Choice in Michigan.@ Abstract. American Journal of Agricultural Economics 88 (5) (November 2005).

Nizalov, D., and S. LOVERIDGE.  “Regional Policies and Economic Growth: One Size Does Not Fit All.” Review of Regional Studies 35 (3) (2005).

Christiadi, S. LOVERIDGE, and B. Cushing.  “Testing a Method to Estimate County-Level Demand for Educational Attainment.” Socio-Economic Planning Sciences 39 (2005):  245-260.

Environmental Economics

Horan, R.D., and F. LUPI. “Economic Incentives for Controlling Trade-Related Biological Invasions in the Great Lakes.” Agricultural and Resource Economics Review 34 (2005):  75-89.

Horan, R.D., and C.A. WOLF.  “The Economics of Managing Infectious Wildlife Disease.” American Journal of Agricultural Economics 87 (2005):  537-551.

Horan, R.D., E.H. Bulte, and J.F. Shogren. “How Trade Saved Humanity from Biological Exclusion: An Economic Theory of Neanderthal Extinction.”  Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization 58 (2005):  1-29.

Horan, R.D., C.A. WOLF, E.P. Fenichel, and K. Mathews, Jr.  “Spatial Management of Wildlife Disease.”  Review of Agricultural Economics 27 (2005):  483-490.

Horan, R.D., and F. LUPI.  “Tradeable Risk Permits to Prevent Future Introductions of Invasive Alien Species in the Great Lakes.” Ecological Economics 52 (2005):  289-304.

Borisova, T., J. Shortle, R.D. HORAN, and D. Abler. “Value of Information for Water Quality Management.”  Water Resources Research 41 (2005): W06004, 10.1029/2004WR003576.

Horan, R.D., and J.S. Shortle. “When Two Wrongs Make a Right:  Second-Best Point-Nonpoint Trading Ratios.” American Journal of Agricultural Economics 87 (2005): 340-352.

Whitehead, J., D. Lipton, F. LUPI, and R. Southwick.  “Economic Growth and Environmental Protection.”  Fisheries 30 (4) (April 2005):  32-34.

Bruggeman, D., M. Jones, F. LUPI, and K. Scribner. “Landscape Equivalency Analysis: Methodology for Estimating Spatially Explicit Biodiversity Credits.” Environmental Management 36 (4) (2005):  518-534.

Norris, P.E., and S. JOSHI.  “Herman E. Daly, Joshua Farley, Ecological Economics: Principles and Applications.” (Invited Book Review).  Journal of Ecological Economics 55 (November 2005):  448-449.

Consumer Economics And Retail Management

Raper, K. C., L. M. CHENEY, and M. Punjabi.  “ThornApple Valley Revisited.”  Pork Quarterly 10 (4) (December 2005):  1-4.  (MSU Extension Periodical, Michigan State University) (Note:  Also distributed in Michigan Pork 30 (4) (December 2005).

Agro-Industry and Marketing

Mainville, D.Y., H.C. PETERSON.  “Fresh Produce Procurement Strategies in a Constrained Supply Environment: Case Study of the Companhia Brasileira de Distribuição.”  Review of Agricultural Economics 27 (1) (2005):  130-138.

Raper, K. C., J. R. BLACK, Michael Hogberg, and JAMES H. HILKER. “Assessing Bottlenecks in Vertically Organized Beef Systems.”  Journal of Food Distribution Research Volume 36 (1) (March 2005).

Thornsbury, S., K. Davis, and R. Ward.  “Fresh Grapefruit Supply-Chain Adjustments: Consolidation in Produce Packing?”  Journal of the Food Distribution Research Society 36 (3) (2005):  33-44.

Firm Management, Production and Finance

Bitsch, V., and M. Hogberg.  “Exploring horticultural employees’ attitudes towards their jobs: A qualitative analysis based on Herzberg’s theory of job satisfaction.” Journal of Agricultural and Applied Economics 37 (December 2005):  659-71.

Mugera, A. W., and V. BITSCH.  “Labor on dairy farms: A resource-based perspective with evidence from case studies.”  International Food and Agribusiness Management Review 8 (July 2005):  79-98.

Swinton, S.M.  “Economics of Site-specific Weed Management.”  Weed Science 53 (2)  (2005):  259-263.

Snapp, S.S., S.M. SWINTON, R. Labarta, D. Mutch, J.R. BLACK, R. Leep, J. Nyiraneza and K. O’Neil.  “Evaluating Cover Crops for Benefits, Costs and Performance Within Cropping System Niches.”  Agronomy Journal  97 (1) (2005):  322-332.

Swinton, S.M.  “As Ecosystem Services Are Demanded of Agriculture, What of Agricultural Economists?”  Western Economics Forum 4 (2) (2005):  21-23.  http://agecon.uwyo.edu/waea/WEForum/WEF-Vol.4-No.2-Fall2005.pdf

Robertson, G.P., and S.M. SWINTON.  “Reconciling Agricultural Productivity and Environmental Integrity: A Grand Challenge for Agriculture.”  Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment 3 (1) (2005):  38-46.

Teaching/Extension Methods, Tools and Evaluation

Sterns, J. A., Wysocki, D. Comer, G. Fairchild, and S. THORNSBURY.  “The Cost of Delivering Courses via Distance Education.”  NACTA Journal 49 (2) (June 2005):  47-52.

Aquilar. C., and S. THORNSBURY.  “Program Effectiveness:  An Expanding Role for Cooperative Extension.”  Journal of Extension 43 (6) (2005):  Article 6FEA3.

Other Economics and Policy

Batie, S.S. “The Demand for Economic Analysis: Is Anyone Listening?”  Agricultural and Resource Economics Review 34 (2) (October 2005):  1-8.

Oehmke, J., A., C. A. WOLF, and K. C. RAPER.  "On Cyclical Industry Evolution in Agricultural Biotechnology R&D.”  Journal of Agricultural & Food Industrial Organization 3 (2) (2005):  Article 1. http://www.bepress.com/jafio/vol3/iss2/art1

Francis, J., D. Weatherspoon, and J. Oehmke.  “European Agricultural Biotechnology Preferences and Policy: Growth and Trade Implications.”  Review of International Economics 13 (4) (Sept. 2005):  709-724.

Other

Bitsch, V.  “Qualitative research: A grounded theory example and evaluation criteria.” Journal of Agribusiness 23 (Spring), 75-91.

BOOK REVIEWS 

Bernsten, R.H. AReview of H. Leathers and P. Foster, The World Food Problem: Tackling the Causes of Undernutrition in the Third World (3rd ed.). Agricultural Economics. 33 (2005): 527.

Norris, P., and S. JOSHI, “Review of H Daly and J. Farley, Ecological Economics, Washington: Island Press” Ecological Economics. 8, (2005): 448-449

Thompson, P.  “Review of “Phillip Cafaro, Thoreau’s Living Ethics: Walden and the Pursuit of Nature (2004),” Newsletter of the Society for the Advancement of American Philosophy #101, June 2005, pp. 29-34.

Thornsbury, S.  “Review for Knutson, Ronald, J.B. Penn, and Barry Flinchbaugh. Agricultural and Food Policy.” 5th ed” for Person, Prentice Hall: Upper Saddle River, NJ, January 2005.

BOOKS AND BOOK CHAPTERS

Ferris, J., and S. JOSHI. 2005. “An Econometric Analysis of the Impact of the Expansion in the U.S. Production of Ethanol from Corn and Biodiesel from Soybeans on Major Agricultural Variables, 2005 to 2015” In Agriculture as a Producer and Consumer of Energy, Wallingford UK: CABI Publishing.

Lupi, F. (contributing author). National Research Council, Endangered and Threatened Species of the Platte River.  National Academies Press, Washington D.C. 2005.

Lupi, F, M. D. Kaplowitz, J.P. HOEHN, M. GIBSON, and O. Arreola. "Stated Preferences for Great Lakes Coastal Wetland Programs." in Benefits and Costs of Resource Policies Affecting Public and Private Land, (S. Shultz), Western Regional Research Publication, 2005.

Reardon, T.  “The Rapid Rise of Supermarkets and the Use of Private Standards in their Food Product Procurement Systems in Developing Countries.”  Chapter in Ruben, R., M. Slingerland, and N. Nijhoff, eds.  Agro-food Chains and Networks for Development.  Wageningen, TheNetherlands:  Frontis- Wageningen International Nucleus for Strategic Expertise, Wageningen University and Research Centre, 2005.

Reardon, T.  "How the Rise of Supermarkets Poses New Challenges for Christian Rural Development Organizations."  Chapter 8 in Dean, Judith M., Julie Schaffner and Stephen L.S. Smith, eds.  Attacking Poverty in the Developing World:  Christian Practitioners and Academics in Collaboration.  World Vision and Authentic Media, 2005.

Swinton, S. M. “Too Poor to Be Stewards?  Rural Poverty and Sustainable Natural Resource Management.”  Chapter 7 in S. Asefa, ed.  The Economics of Sustainable Development.  Kalamazoo:  Upjohn Institute for Employment Research, 2005, pp. 153-177.

Thompson, P.B.  “Justice, Human Rights and Ethics Issues In Science And Technology Policy.”  Encyclopedia of Life Support Systems (EOLSS),Developed under the Auspices of the UNESCO.  Eolss Publishers, Oxford ,UK,  http://www.eolss.net [Retrieved June 29, 2005], 12 pp.

Thompson, P. B.  “Agricultural Ethics.”  Encyclopedia of Science, Technology and Ethics, Vol. 1.  Carl Mitcham, ed.  Detroit:  Thomson-Gale, 2005, pp. 41-47.

PROCEEDINGS

Adelaja, A., K. Sullivan, and M.B. LAKE. “Agricultural Viability at the Urban Fringe.” Emerging Issues along Urban-Rural Interfaces: Linking Science and Society. Conference Proceedings. Atlanta, Georgia. March 13-16, 2005.

Adelaja, A., K. Sullivan, and M.B. LAKE. “Agricultural Viability at the Urban Fringe.” Proceedings: Emerging Issues along Urban/Rural Interfaces: Linking Science and Society.  Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, August 2005.

Adelaja, A., K. Sullivan, and R. Govindasamy. “Chemical Use Reductions in Urban Fringe Agriculture.”  Proceedings: Emerging Issues along Urban/Rural Interfaces: Linking Science and Society.  Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, August 2005.

Liu, J, L. An, S. Batie, S.S. Bearer, X. Chan, E.E. Group, G. He, Z. Liang, M. A. Linderman, A. G. Mertig, Z. Quyang, J. Qi, H. Zhang, S. Zhou. “Beyond Population Size: examining Intricate Interactions Among Population Structure, Land Use and Environment in Wolong Nature Reserve (China).”  New Research on Population and Environment.  National Academy of Sciences Press, 2005

Batie, S.S. and S. Lynch, (eds).  Building the Scientific Basis for Green Payments. A Report Sponsored by the USDA-CSREES, World Wildlife, and the Elton R. Smith Endowment of Michigan State University. Washington, D. C. April 14-15 2005. 

Joshi, S., M. Khanna, and S. Sidique. “Effect of Environmental Management Systems on Investor Reactions to Emission Information.” Best Paper Proceedings, Academy of Management Annual Conference 2005.

Reardon, T., J.A. Berdegué, C.P. Timmer, D. MAINVILLE, L. Flores, R. Hernandez, D. Neven, and F. Balsevich. 2005. “Links Among Supermarkets, Wholesalers, and Small Farmers in Developing  Countries: Conceptualization and Emerging Evidence,” Paper presented at, and published in the Proceedings of, International Research Workshop "Future of Small Farms" jointly organized by ODI, IFPRI, and Imperial College, Wye Campus, University of London on June 26-29 2005, Washington DC: IFPRI.

Racevskis, L., M. Schulz, S. Batie, L.W. Libby, and P. Norris.  New Generation Resource Policy for a Region in Transition: Land Use, Agriculture, Environment and Health in the Great Lakes Basin.  A report on a workshop sponsored by the U.S. EPA, the Ohio University, and Michigan State University.  May 12-14, 2004 Oregon, Ohio. 2005.

Thompson, P.B. “Animal Agriculture and the Welfare of Animals,” Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. 226(2005): 1325-1327.

Dutta, P., P. Huddleston and J. M. WHIPPLE. “Is the Specialty Food Store Shopper Ultimately Loyal?” Conference Proceedings of the European Association of Education and Research in Commercial Distribution (EAERCD).  2005.

BULLETINS, AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS REPORTS, AND INTERNATIONAL POLICY SYNTHESES

Batie, S.S., and D. SCHWEIKHARDT (2005).  U.S. Court Decision on CAFOs--Changes for Michigan?  Michigan Dairy Review 10 (2); 1-3.

Crawford, E. W., T. S. JAYNE, and V. A. KELLY (September 2005).  Alternative Approaches for Promoting Fertilizer Use in Africa, with Particular Reference to the Role of Fertilizer Subsidies.  Policy Synthesis No. 76.  Department of Agricultural Economics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan.

Sanogo,  K. Dème, N. N. DEMBÉLÉ, J. STAATZ, A. Traoré  (May 2005). Note sur la problématique de l'approvisionnement des céréales au Mali. »  PROMISAM Document de travail no. 05-01, Bamako, May.

Mather, D., C. DONOVAN, T.S. JAYNE, and M.T. WEBER (2005). Using Empirical Information in the Era of HIV/AIDS to Inform Mitigation and Rural Development Strategies: Selected Results from African Country Studies. MSU International Development Policy Synthesis 75.  Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan.

Ariga, J., and T.S. JAYNE. Can The Market Deliver? Lessons From Kenya’s Rising Use Of Fertilizer Following Liberalization. July 2006. Tegemeo Policy Brief 7, July 2006.

T.S Jayne, and A. Chapoto. Emerging Structural Maize Deficits in Eastern and Southern Africa: Implications for National Agricultural Strategies.. Food Security Research Project Policy Synthesis 16, September 2006.

Chapoto, A., and T.S JAYNE. Trends in Breakfast Meal and Maize Marketing Margins in Zambia. Food Security Research Project Policy Synthesis 14, August 2006.

Reardon, T., and J. Huang (October 2005).  Methods for Assessing Determinants, Costs, and Benefits of Small Farmer Inclusion in Restructured Agrifood Chains. Resource Paper for Component 1, Regoverning Markets Program.

Dries, L., and T. REARDON (February 2005).  Central and Eastern Europe: Impact of Food Retail Investments on the Food Chain.  London: FAO Investment Center – EBRD Cooperation Program, Report Series no. 6.

Neven, D., T. REARDON, J. Chege, M.M. Odera, D. WEATHERSPOON, and F. Onideki-Mwaura (2005).  The Rapid Rise of Supermarkets in Kenya: Impaction the Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Supply System, Final Research Report. Joint Publication of Partnerships for Food Industry Development – Fruits and Vegetables.  Michigan State University, and Muguga South Centre, Kenya Agricultural Research Institute.

Reardon, T. (December 2005).  Retail Companies as Integrators of Value Chains in Developing Countries: Diffusion, Procurement System Change, and Trade and Development Effects.  Trade Matters.  GTZ Trade Program, Eschborn, Germany. Posted to www.gtz.de/trade.

Reardon, T., C.P. Timmer, and J.A. Berdegue (February 2005).  Supermarket Expansion in Latin America and Asia: Implications for Food Marketing Systems.  A. Regmi and M. Gehlar (eds).  New Directions in Global Food Markets, USDA/ERS Agriculture Information Bulletin No. (AIB794.  http://www.ers.usda.gov/Publications/aib794/.

Aguilar, C., K. C. RAPER, and S. D. THORNSBURY (2005). Regional Wholesale Price Relationships from a Small Player Perspective.  Agricultural Economics Report #623.

Raper, K. C., L. M. CHENEY, and M. Punjabi (December 2005). ThornApple Valley Revisited. Appears in Pork Quarterly (MSU Extension Periodical). 10 (4), pp. 1-4.  Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan.  (December 2005). Distributed in Michigan Pork, 30 (4).

Tschirley, D., D. Abdula, and M. T. WEBER (2005).  Improving Production and Marketing to Enhance Food Security in Mozambique.  Flash Policy Brief No. 45E, Directorate of Economics, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Government of Mozambique.

Tschirley, D., P. Arlindo, J. NIJHOFF, B. Mwinga, M. T. WEBER and T. S. JAYNE (2005).  Learning from the 2002/03 Food Crisis in Southern Africa: Lessons for the Current Year.  Flash Policy Brief No. 46E, Directorate of Economics, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Government of Mozambique.

Tschirley, D., D. Abdula and M. T. WEBER (2005).  Mudanças no mercado e na produção para melhorar a segurança alimentar em Mozambique. Flash Policy Brief No. 45P.  Directorate of Economics, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Government of Mozambique.

Weber, M. T., C. DONOVAN, J. M. STAAZ, and N. N. DEMBÉLÉ (November 2005). Guidelines for Building Sustainable Market Information Systems in Africa with Strong Public-Private Partnerships. Policy Synthesis No. 78, Food Security III Cooperative Agreement.  Department of Agricultural Economics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan.

Wittenberg, E., S. HANSON, and S. HARSH. "2004 Michigan Farmland Values." Department of Agricultural Economics Report No. 622. Michigan State University. April, 2005.

Woods, M., and S. THORNSBURY (December 2005).  Costs of Adopting Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) to Ensure Food Safety in Fresh Strawberries.  Agricultural Economics Report 624, pp.19.  Department of Agricultural Economics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. 

MAGAZINE OR TRADE PUBLICATIONS

Adelaja, A.  (February, 2005).  “Farmer John, Neighbor Doe.”  The Farmers Exchange.

Adelaja, A. (Fall 2005).  “The Hiring of the Land Policy Educators.”  The United Growth Newsletter.

Adelaja, A. (September 2005).  “Land Use and the Future of Michigan.”  The Lansing State Journal.

Adelaja, A. (2005).  “Marketing with the Consumer in Mind.” The Farmers Exchange. 

Gonzalez-Ramirez, H., R. H. Bernsten, J.M. Oehmke, and J.A. Acosta-Gallegos.  (2005): AAdoption of Improved Bean Varieties in Chihuahua, Durango, and Zacatecas, Mexico.@ Agricultura Technica Mexico, 31 (1), pp. 73-88*.

Gonzalez-Ramirez, H., and R.H. Bernsten. (2005). AAdoption of Improved Bean Varieties in the Semiarid Highlands of Mexico.@ Bean Improvement Cooperative, 48, pp. 60-61.

Martinez, L., and R.H. Bernsten. (2005). AAn Assessment of the Common Bean Subsector in Central America.@ Bean Improvement Cooperative, 48 , pp.62-62.

Bitsch, V. (September 3, 2005).  “Employees are a resource:  Relationships and retention.”  Michigan Milk Messenger, 88, pp. 16-7.

Bitsch, V. and A. W. Mugera (2005).  “Employees: A source of competitive advantage. Michigan Dairy Review, 10 (1), pp. 14-17.

Bitsch, V. (2005).  “Farmers need to prevent sexual harassment and retaliation.”  Michigan Dairy Review, 10 (4), pp. 5-6; (October 26, 2005).  “Watch out for sexual harassment on your dairy.”  Reprinted in Dairy Herd Management.  (http://www.dairyherd.com); (December 2005).  “Prevent sexual harassment.”  Midwest Dairy Business, pp. 19-20; “Sexual harassment can ruin your farm.”  Vegetable Growers News, 39 (10), pp. 20 and 33; (January 2006).Summary in Dairy Herd Management, pp. 15.

Mugera, A. W., and V. BITSCH.  (August 3, 2005).  “Managing labor on dairy farms: A resource based perspective with evidence from case studies.”  The Chain Letter, 4 pp. 9-10.

Kabwe, S., C. DONOVAN. (2005).  “Preliminary Results from the FSRP/GART Magoye Ripper Study 2005.”  Golden Valley Agricultural Research Trust (GART) Yearbook 2005. 

Mather, D., C. Donovan, T.S. Jayne, and M. Weber. (2005). “Using Empirical Information in the Era of HIV/AIDS to Inform Mitigation and Rural Development Strategies:  Selected Results from African Country Studies.”  American Journal of Agricultural Economics, 87 (5), pp. 1289-1297.

Jayne, T.S., M. Villarreal, P. Pingali, and G. Hemrich. (2005). “HIV/AIDS and the Agricultural Sector:  Implications for Policy in Eastern and Southern Africa.” Electronic Journal of Agricultural Development Economics, 2 (1).

Yamano, T. and T.S. Jayne.  (2005).  “Working Age Adult Mortality and Primary School Attendance in Rural Kenya”.  Economic Development and Cultural Change, 53 (3), pp.  619-653.

Knudson, W.  (January 2005).  “Wealth Creates New Demands.”  Michigan Farmer, pp. 50.

Knudson, W.  (February 2005).  “Convenience Impacts Food System.”  Michigan Farmer, pp. 37.

Knudson, W.  (August 2005).  “CSAs a Possible Alternative for Farmers.”  Michigan Farmer, pp. 40.

Knudson, W.  (March 2005).  “Dedication to Wellness Impacts Ag.”  Michigan Farmer, pp. 41.

Knudson W.  (October 2005).  “Energy Bill Creates Opportunities for Ag.”  Michigan Farmer, pp. 36.

Knudson, W.  (September 2005).  “Exports a Critical Part of Michigan’s Ag Sector.”  Michigan Farmer, pp. 42.

Knudson, W.  (June 2005).  “New Dietary Guidelines Create Winners and Losers in the World of Agriculture.”  Michigan Farmer, pp. 22.

Knudson, W.  (July 2005).  “WTO Case May Affect Agriculture.”  Michigan Farmer,
pp. 26.

Whitehead, J., D. Lipton, F. LUPI, and R. Southwick. (2005).  “Economic Growth and Environmental Protection: A Clarification about Neoclassical Economics.” Socioeconomics News, Newsletter of Socioeconomics Section of American Fisheries Society.

Manderscheid, L.V., and R. J. MYERS.  (January 2005).  “Macroeconomic Outlook.”  Michigan Farm News, 81 (2).

S. Thornsbury, and M. Danilovich. (2005).  “Tart Cherry Markets in Serbia.” Cherry Marketing Institute Statistical Yearbook.

Nizalov, D., O. Nizalova, and S. THORNSBURY.  (2005).  “Tart Cherry Markets in Ukraine.”  Cherry Marketing Institute Statistical Yearbook.

Whipple, J. M., and L. ZINK.  (2005).  “Undergraduate Education in the Food Industry at Michigan State University.”  Collaborative INSIGHTS.

Wittenberg, E., and M. SCHULZ, and S. HANSON. (February 2005).  “2005 Annual Agricultural Outlook:  Farmland Values Continue to Rise.”  Michigan Farm News.

Woods, M., and S. THORNSBURY. (Oct/Nov/Dec 2005). “Eye on Economics Trends in Food Safety for Fresh Produce.”  Blueprints, The Produce Professionals’ Quarterly Journal , pp. 119-121.

Woods, M., and S. THORNSBURY. (2005). “Trends in Food Safety for Fresh Produce: Case Study on Fresh Strawberries.” Blueprints 4 (2), pp. 119-121.

AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS STAFF PAPERS

Crawford, E. W., T. S. JAYNE, and V. A. KELLY (2005). “Alternative Approaches for Promoting Fertilizer Use in Africa, with Particular Reference to the Role of Fertilizer Subsidies.” Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-19.

McKay, A., and S. LOVERIDGE.  “Exploring the Paradox of Rwandan Agricultural Household Income and Nutritional Outcomes in 1990 and 2000."  Michigan State University Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-06.

Mainville, D.Y., and H. C. Peterson. “Potential Demand for Apple Hard Cider in Michigan.”  MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-17.

Mainville, D.Y., and H. C. Peterson.  “Potential Supply and Demand for Apple and Cherry-Apple Hard Cider in Michigan, and Constraints to Market Development.”  MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-18.

Reardon, T. 2005. “Customizing Market Development Strategies:  New Paths to Rural Development in Central America,” Agricultural Economics Staff Paper # 2005-01. Department of Agricultural Economics-Michigan State University, and Keynote Paper Presented at the “Taller sobre el Comercio Internacional y Desarrollo de la Economía Rural,” (Conference on Trade and Rural Economic Development) sponsored by Inter-American Development Bank, World Bank, and USAID, February 21-22, 2005, Guatemala City.

Schweikhardt, D., and S. S. BATIE. “Trade Outlook” Jim Hilker (coordinator).  2005 Annual Agricultural Outlook. Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-02, pp 3-5.

Neven, D., R. Hopkins, D. WEATHERSPOON, and T. REARDON.  “Small Farmer Organizations and Transformed Markets in Southern Africa.” Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper, 2005-21.

Wittenberg, E., and S. HARSH. “2004 Business Analysis Summary: MI Cash Grain Farms.” MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-13.

Wittenberg, E., and C. WOLF. “2004 Business Analysis Summary: MI Dairy Farms.” MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-10.

Wittenberg, E., and R. BLACK. “2004 Business Analysis Summary: MI Feeder Steers Farms.” MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-15.

Wittenberg, E., and C. WOLF. “2004 Business Analysis Summary: MI Grazing Farms.” MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-11.

Wittenberg, E., and S. HARSH. “2004 Business Analysis Summary: MI Swine (Farrow to Finish) Farms.” MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-14.

Wittenberg, E., and S. HARSH, and S. THORNSBURY. “2004 Business Analysis Summary: MI Tree Fruit Farms.” MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-16.

Wittenberg, E., and C. WOLF.  “2004 Business Analysis Summary: MI Upper Peninsula Dairy Farms.” MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-12.

Wittenberg, E., and M. SCHULZ, and S. HANSON.  “Annual Agricultural Outlook: Farmland Values Continue to Rise.”  2005 Annual Agricultural Outlook. Department of Agricultural Economics Staff Paper 2005-02, pp. 6-7.

DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS

Labarta-Chávarri, R.  Essays on the Economic Evaluation of Integrated Pest Management Extension in Nicaragua . Ph.D. Dissertation, 2005. Major Professor: Swinton.

Nyambane, G.  The Dynamics of Agricultural Insurance and Consumption Smoothing. Ph.D. Dissertation, 2005. Major Professor: Myers.

Okello, J.  Compliance with International Food Safety Standards: The Case of Green Bean Production in Kenyan Family Farms . Ph.D. Dissertation, 2005. Major Professor: Swinton.

Punjabi, M.  Integrating Econometric Analysis with Scenario Analysis for Forecasting in a Rapidly Changing Environment: Case Study of the U.S. Dry Bean Industry . Ph.D. Dissertation, 2005. Major Professor: Peterson.

Racevskis, L.  Public Preferences and Nonmarket Values for the Management of Forest Ecosystem Services . Ph.D. Dissertation, 2005. Major Professor: Lupi.

M.S. THESES AND PLAN B PAPERS

Abdula, D.  Improving Maize Marketing and Trade Policies to Promote Household Food Security in Southern Mozambique. Master's Thesis, 2005. Major Professor: Tschirley.

Beedy, T.  The Evolution of Global Institutions Governing the Movement of Plant Genetic Resources. Plan B Paper, 2005. Major Professor: Schmid.

Cullen, A. E.  The Determinants of Participation in Land Use-Related Education and Training: A Case Study of the State of Michigan. Plan B Paper, 2005. Major Professor: Staatz.

Fenichel, E. P.  Bioeconomic Models of Bovine Tuberculosis in Michigan Whitetailed Deer: An Analysis of Ecological Thresholds and Economic Tradeoffs in Wildlife Disease Management. Master's Thesis, 2005. Major Professor: Horan.

Gautam, S.  The Supply Chain for Asian Vegetable Retailers: A Case Study of Michigan. Plan B Paper, 2005. Major Professor: Peterson.

Gibson, M.  Stated Preference of Michigan Residents for Great Lakes Coastal Wetland Program Characteristics. Master's Thesis, 2005. Major Professor: Lupi.

Gopalakrishnan, S.  Collective Action in the Management of Common-Pool Resources: Is there an Alternative to the Rational Choice Model?. Plan B Paper, 2005. Major Professor: Schmid.

Hogberg, M.  Changes in Cost Structure of Swine Producers in the United States after Implementation of a Ban on Subtherapeutic Antibiotic Growth Promotants. Master's Thesis, 2005. Major Professor: Schweikhardt.

Lasco, M.  Dynamics of Agricultural Wages and Rice Prices in the Philippines. Master's Thesis, 2005. Major Professor: Bernsten.

Light, S.  Use of Indices in Modeling Child Nutritional Status in Mali. Plan B Paper, 2005. Major Professor: Staatz.

Moholwa, M. B.  Testing for Weak-Form Efficiency in South African Futures Markets for White and Yellow Maize. Plan B Paper, 2005. Major Professor: Myers.

Pejuan, W.  Constraints To and Opportunities For Developing a Bean Seed Production and Marketing System in Honduras. Master's Thesis, 2005. Major Professor: Bernsten.

Sanchez, V.   The Determinants of Rural Non-Farm Employment and Incomes in Bolivia. Master's Thesis, 2005. Major Professor: Swinton.

Schrecongost, A.  Irrigation Costs and Prices: An Institutional Economic Analysis of Pricing Strategies in the Office Du Niger and Small Pump-Irrigated Village Perimeters in Mali. Plan B Paper, 2005. Major Professor: Staatz.

EXTENSION, OUTREACH, OR PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS Where There Is A Paper

Professional Organization (not AAEA)

Adelaja, A., and M. LAKE.  “Agricultural Viability at the Urban Fringe.” Selected paper presented at the International Conference on Emerging Issues Along Urban/Rural Interfaces: Linking Science and Society.  Atlanta, Georgia:  March 15, 2005.

Adelaja, A., K. Sullivan, and R. Govindasamy.  “Chemical Use Reductions in Urban Fringe Agriculture.” Selected paper presented at the International Conference on Emerging Issues Along Urban/Rural Interfaces: Linking Science and Society.  Atlanta, Georgia:  March 15, 2005.

Adelaja, A., and P. Gottlieb. “Downzoning: Motivations, Politics, and Effects.”  Paper presented at the 2005, 20th Anniversary Conference of the Society for Human Ecology.  Salt Lake City, Utah:  October 15, 2005.

Adelaja, A., and K. Sullivan. "Endogenous Planning Horizons in Urban Fringe Agriculture: The Impermanence Syndrome and Other Hypotheses Revisited." Presented by K. Sullivan at 2005 Annual Conference of the Northeastern Agricultural and Resource Economics Association (NAREA).  Baltimore, Maryland:  June 13, 2005.

Adelaja, A., and P. Gottlieb. "Zoning Impacts on Land Development."  Presented by P. Gottlieb at 2005 Annual Conference of the Northeastern Agricultural and Resource Economics Association (NAREA).  Baltimore, Maryland:  June 14, 2005.

Batie, S. S.  “Can Green Payments Bring It All Together?”  National Center for Food and
      Agricultural Policy Conference.  Washington, D.C; 2005.

Batie, S. S.  “The Demand for Economic Analysis: Is Anyone Listening?”  Annapolis, Maryland; June 13, 2005.

Batie, S. S. “Green Payments and the Next Farm Bill.”  Farm Foundation Bennett Round Table Meetings.  Phoenix, Arizona; January 5-7, 2006.

Bitsch, V. “Job Satisfaction of Employees: Horticultural Case Studies in Michigan.” International Christmas Tree Research & Extension Conference.  Tustin/Mil; October 2 – 7, 2005

Mugera, A. W., and V. Bitsch.  “The Resource-Based Theory as a Framework to Analyze Human Resource Management in Agriculture.” Annual Meeting of the Western Regional Science Association.  San Diego, California; February 23 – 26, 2005.

Kabwe, S., and C. DONOVAN.  “Sustained Use of Conservation Farming Practices by Small and Medium Scale Farmers in Zambia.”  Paper presented at the III World Congress on Conservation Agriculture.  Nairobi, Kenya; October 3-7, 2005.

DONOVAN, C., and L. Bailey (2005). “Understanding Rwandan Agricultural Households’ Strategies to Deal with Prime Age Illness and Death: A Propensity Score Matching Approach.”  IFPRI Conference. HIV/AIDS and Food Security and Nutrition: From Evidence to Action. Durban, April 14-16, 2005.

Hoehn, J.P., F. LUPI, and M. D. Kaplowitz. “Information Effects on Elicited Preferences for Wetland Mitigation.”  Presented at Midwest Economics Association, Annual Meeting.  Milwaukee, Minnesota; March 11, 2005.

Loveridge, S., J. Bokemeier, and P. Kakela.  “Jobs Today, Tomorrow, or…Never?” Paper presented at the annual conference of Regional Science Association International.  November 2005.

Myers, R. J.  “The Costs of Food Price Stabilization in Low Income Countries.”  Paper presented at the World Bank Conference on Managing Food Price Instability in Low-Income Countries.  Washington, D.C.; February 28 – March 1, 2005.

Myers, R. J.  “Use of Market-Based Instruments for Managing Food Sector Risks in Southern Africa.”  Paper Presented at the Conference on Maize Marketing and Trade Policies in Southern Africa: Toward Defining Appropriate and Mutually Supportive Roles for the Public and Private Sectors. A joint collaboration between the Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN), Michigan State University, and the Rockefeller Foundation. Centurion Lake Hotel.  Centurion, South Africa; June 21-22, 2005.

Jayne T. S., R. J. MYERS, and J. Nyoro. “The Effects of Government Maize Marketing and Trade Policies on Maize Market Prices in Kenya.” Paper presented at the World Bank Conference on Rural Poverty.  Washington D.C.; June 27-28, 2005.

Joshi, S., M. Khanna, and S. Sidique . “Effect of Environmental Management Systems on Investor Reactions to Emission Information.”  Paper presented at the Academy of Management, Annual Conference.  Honolulu, Hawaii; August 5-10, 2005.

Knudson, W.  “Marketing Analysis and Tools.”  Presented to NxtLevel Training, Ingham County.

Knudson, W.  “A Marketing Assessment of the Surplus Lands of the Muskegon County Wastewater Treatment System.”  Presented to Muskegon County (with paper).

Knudson, W.  “The Impact of the Budget Crisis on Michigan Agriculture.”  Ag Econ. Brownbag Seminar.

Knudson, W.  “Trends in Dry Beans.”  Presented to the Saginaw County dry bean growers.

Knoche, S., F. LUPI, P. Bull, and R.B. Peyton. “Investments in Off-season Deer Hunting Activities.”  Presented at 66th Annual Midwest Fish and Wildlife Conference. Grand Rapids, Michigan; December 12, 2005.

Lupi, F., M.D. Kaplowitz, J.P. HOEHN. "Public Preferences for Great Lakes Coastal Wetland Protection and Restoration.”  Presented at International Association for Great Lakes Research Annual Meeting.  Ann Arbor, Michigan; May 23-27, 2005.

Lupi, F., M.D. Kaplowitz, J.P. HOEHN, M. Savard, and O. Arreola. "Public Preferences for Great Lakes Wetland Protection Programs."  Presented at Great Lakes Coastal Wetlands: 10th Annual Wetland Science Forum.  Green Bay, Wisconsin; January 2005.

Kaplowitz, M.D., F. LUPI, J.P. HOEHN. "Public Preferences for Programs to Protect and Restore Great Lake Coastal Wetlands."  Presented at Society of Wetland Scientists Annual Meeting. Charleston, South Carolina;  June 9, 2005.

Kaplowitz, M.D., F. LUPI, and J.P. HOEHN.  "Wetland Mitigation Trade-offs." Presented at annual conference of the Michigan Academy of Science, Arts, and Letters.  Ypsilanti, Michigan; March 2005.

Mainville, D. “Scale, Scope and Specialization Effects on Retailers’ Produce Procurement Strategies: Evidence from Brazil,” Talk (and paper) at the IAMA Meetings in Chicago, June 25, 2005, at the 15th Annual World Food & Agribusiness Symposium, paper by D. Mainville, T. REARDON, and E. Farina.

Reardon, T. “Capitalizing on Globalization in Transformed International and Domestic Markets: Opportunities for Rural Economic Development in Central America.” Keynote Paper prepared for and talk given at Taller sobre el Comercio Internacional y Desarrollo de la Economía Rural.  Sponsored by Inter-American Development Bank, World Bank, and USAID.  Guatemala City; February 21-22, 2005.

Reardon, T. “Designing Programs to Develop 'Customized Competitiveness' of Small Farmers to Make the Grade in the Supermarket-Market.” Talk at the IAMA Post-Conference, Building New Partnerships in the Global Food Chain.  Chicago, Illinois; June 29-30, 2005.

Reardon, T. “Links Amongst Supermarkets, Wholesalers, and Small Farmers in Developing Countries: Heuristic Model and Taxonomy, with Emerging Evidence.”  Plenary talk and paper at the International Research Workshop Future of Small Farms, jointly organized by IFPRI, ODI, and Imperial College, Wye , University of London.  June 26-29 2005.

Reardon, T. “Marketing Channels with Chinese Characteristics:  Petty Traders, Supermarket Giants and Poor Horticulture Producers in China.” Presentation at Pre-conference workshop on Supply Chains and Farmers.  EAAE Meeting.  Copenhagen;  August 23, 2005.

Reardon, T. “Methods for Assessing Determinants, Costs, and Benefits of Small Farmer Inclusion in Restructured Agrifood Chains.” Presentation at the Regoverning Markets Methodology and Planning Workshop.  Amsterdam; August 27-30, 2005.

Reardon, T. “The Supermarket Revolution with Asian Characteristics.” Presentation at the International Conference Agricultural and Rural Development in Asia: Ideas, Paradigms, and Policies Three Decades After.  SEARCA.  Mandarin Oriental Hotel.  Makati City, Philippines;  November 10-11, 2005.

Reardon, T. “Supermarkets and Small Produce Growers in Central America,” Presentation at Pre-conference workshop on “Supply Chains and Farmers”, EAAE Meeting Copenhagen, 23 August 2005.

Labarta, R.A., and S.M. SWINTON.  “Do Environmental and Health Concerns Influence Farmers’ Input Decisions? Evidence from Pesticide Use and Adoption Of Integrated Pest Management In Nicaragua.”  Paper presented to the Asociación Latinoamericana de Economistas Ambientales y de Recursos Naturales (ALEAR).  Oaxaca, Mexico;  March 18-20, 2005.

Okello, J. J., and S. M. SWINTON.  “Do International Food Safety Standards Marginalize Poor Farmers?  Evidence from Kenyan Green Bean Family Farms.” Research update.  Food Distribution Research Society.  Washington, D.C.; October 16-18, 2005.

Labarta, R.A., and S.M. SWINTON.  “Los efectos de los plaguicidas sobre la salud humana y los servicios ambientales dentro de la evaluación económica de los sistemas de extensión de Manejo Integrado de Plagas en Nicaragua.”  Paper presented at the VI simposio Latinoamericano sobre Investigación y Extensión de Sistemas Agropecuarios (IESA-AL VI).  Universidad de Caldas.  Manizales, Colombia;  July 20-22, 2005.

Labarta, R.A., and S.M. SWINTON.  “Mejorando los Servicios de Extensión de Manejo Integrado de Plagas en Nicaragua a través de las Escuelas de Campo para Agricultores.”  Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Programa Cooperativo Centroamericano para el Mejoramiento de Cultivos y Animales (PCCMCA).  Panamá;  May 2-6, 2005.

Schirmacher , K., J. J. Kells, C. D. DiFonzo, and S. M. SWINTON.  “A New Approach to Collaborative Pest Management Research Using Transgenic Corn.”  Poster presented to the annual meeting of the Weed Science Society of America.  Honolulu, Hawaii; February 11, 2005.  (Also presented at North-Central Weed Science Society meeting, December 2004.)

Raper, K. C., K. M. Jones, and J. M. WHIPPLE.  “Food Industry Perspectives on Commodity Procurement Strategy.”   Research Update at the Food Distribution Research Society annual conference.  Washington, D.C.; October 2005.

Weatherspoon, D.  “Battle for Market Share and a Search for Cost Savings:  Opportunities and Challenges for Agrifood Distribution Service Providers.” Presented at the Internationalization of Distribution Services Business and Developing Countries Conference, UNCTAD.  Geneva, Switzerland; November 16, 2005.

Weber, M. T., J. Dione, J. Kagwanja, J. STAATZ, and V. KELLY.  “Applying Information and Communication Technology to Enhance African Capacity in Agriculture and Food Policy Research, Outreach and Teaching: A Collaborative Internet-Based Initiative to Build a Food Security and Policy Information Portal for Africa (FSIP).”  Paper accepted for presentation at the XIth IAALD World Congress/USAIN Biennial Conference. “The Globalization of Information: Agriculture at the Crossroads Lexington.”  Lexington, Kentucky;  May 15-21, 2005. (See also a Powerpoint Presentation at the IAALD/USAIN meetings: “A Partnership to Build & Maintain a Food Security and Food Policy Information Portal For Africa (FSIP)” by Michael T. Weber.)

AAEA

Adelaja, A. “Political Economy of Medical Food Reimbursement.”  Selected paper presented at the 2005 Annual Meetings of the Agricultural Economics Association.  Providence, Rhode Island:  July 25, 2005.

Barton, N., A. ADELAJA, and S. Seedang. “State Level Strategic Planning for Land Use Policy Research and Outreach.”  Paper presented at the 2005 Annual Meetings of the American Agricultural Economics Association.  Providence, Rhode Island:  July 25, 2005.

Adelaja, A. “Testing Speculative Behavior in Farmland Demand.”  Paper presented at the 2005 Annual Meetings of the American Agricultural Economics Association. Providence, Rhode Island:  July 25, 2005.

Miklavcic, P.R., V. Bitsch, and R. H. Bernsten. AGrowers= Perspective on Attracting Migrant Labor and Migrants= Workplace Choice in Michigan.@ Selected Paper.  AAEA 2005 Meetings.

Miklavic, P. R., V. BITSCH, and R. Bernsten.  “Growers’ Perspective On Attracting Migrant Labor And Migrants’ Workplace Choice In Michigan.” American Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meeting.  2005. http://agecon.lib.umn.edu/cgi-bin/pdf_view.pl?paperid=16075&ftype=.pdf.

Mather, D., C. DONOVAN, T.S. Jayne, and M. Weber.  “Using Empirical Information in the Era of HIV/AIDS to Inform Mitigation and Rural Development Strategies: Selected Results from African Country Studies by American Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meeting.”  Invited and Principal Paper Sessions: What Role for Agricultural Economists in Addressing the HIV/AIDS Pandemic?  Providence, Rhode Island:  July 25 & 27, 2005. 

Deaton, B. J., J. P. Hoehn, and P. E. Norris.  “Net Buyers, Net Sellers, and Agricultural Landowner Support for Agricultural Zoning.”  Paper presented at Western Economic Association International held jointly with the Canadian Agricultural Economics Society, San Francisco; July 4-9, 2005 and American Agricultural Economics Association, Providence, Rhode Island, July 24-27, 2005.
         http://agecon.lib.umn.edu/cgi-bin/pdf_view.pl?paperid=16180&ftype=.pdf

Xu, Z., T. Jayne, R. Black, and J. Govereh.  “Profitability of Fertilizer Use on Maize by Small-Scale Farming Households in Zambia.”  Selected Paper presented at the American Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24-27, 2005.

Martinez, L., and S. THORNSBURY.  “Trade Practices and Business Strategies in the Fresh Produce Wholesale Sector.” American Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meetings.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 2005.

Myers, R.J., Y. Liu, and S.D. HANSON. “How Should We Value Agricultural Insurance Contracts?” Selected Paper presented at the American Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24-27, 2005.

Okello, J. J., and S. M. SWINTON.  "Compliance with International Food Safety Standards in Kenya’s Green Bean Industry: A Paired Case Study of Small and Large Family Farms." Selected Paper.  American Agricultural Economics Association (AAEA) Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24-27, 2005.

Labarta, R., and S. M. SWINTON.  "Do Pesticide Hazards to Human Health and Beneficial Insects Cause or Result from IPM Adoption? Mixed Messages from Farmer Field Schools in Nicaragua." Selected Paper. American Agricultural Economics Association (AAEA) Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24-27, 2005.

Satriawan, E., and S. M. SWINTON.  "Does Human Capital Raise Farm or Non-farm Earning More? New Insight from Rural Pakistan Panel Survey." Selected Paper. American Agricultural Economics Association (AAEA) Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24-27, 2005.

Okello, J. J., and S. M. SWINTON.  "A Race to the Top, but at What Cost? Kenyan Green Bean Farmers’ Struggle to Comply with International Food Safety Standards."  Selected Poster.  American Agricultural Economics Association (AAEA) annual meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24-27, 2005.  Also presented at Food Distribution Research Society (FDRS).  Washington, D.C.; October 16-18, 2005.

Swinton, S. M., and W. Zhang.  "Rethinking Ecosystem Services from an Intermediate Product Perspective." Selected Paper. American Agricultural Economics Association (AAEA) Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24-27, 2005.

Thornsbury, S., M. WOODS, and L. MARTINEZ.  “Teaching Synergies in Classroom and Outreach: Agriculture and the WTO.” American Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meetings.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 2005.

Industry Association or Nonprofit Organization

Adelaja, A.  “The Effects of Farm and Farmer Characteristics on Viability in Michigan.”   Presentation to the Michigan Commission of Agriculture Fund Board.  July 19, 2005.

Adelaja, A., and B. Rustem. “People and Land Phase III:  Informing the Debate.” Presentation to the Board of Trustees, Kellogg Foundation.  Battle Creek Michigan: March 16, 2005.

Adelaja, A.  “Planning for the Future:  How Does West Michigan Want to Grow.”  Invited Presentation, 18th Annual Fair Housing Luncheon & Workshop Series, Fair Housing Center of Greater Grand Rapids.  Grand Rapids, MI:  April 14, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “Employee Management and Training,” Professional Managers Conference of the National Pork Board.  Lansing, Michigan; November 14, 2005 and Springfield, IL; November 15, 2005.

Other MSU Unit

Adelaja, A.  “Agricultural Preservation Policy in Michigan.”  Presentation at the Agricultural Expo.  East Lansing, Michigan:  July 19-21, 2005.

Adelaja, A. “Commerce Centers in Michigan: Insights into the Definition of Qualification Criteria.” Presented at 2005 Michigan Economic and Environmental Roundtable and MSU Land Policy Commerce Centers Workshop.  East Lansing, Michigan:  November 4, 2005.

Adelaja, A., and M.B. LAKE. “Enhancing Agriculture’s Long-Term Performance through Farmland Preservation.” 2005 Michigan Land Use Summit “The Future of Land Use in Michigan: Jobs, Communities, Health, and the Environment.” Lansing, Michigan:  May 20, 2005.

Adelaja, A. “The Impacts of Land Use on Michigan’s Economic Recovery.” 2005 Michigan Land Use Summit “The Future of Land Use in Michigan: Jobs, Communities, Health, and the Environment.” Lansing, Michigan:  May 19, 2005.

Adelaja, A.  “MSU Extension’s Role in Land Policy Development.”  Presentation at the MSUE Spring Agricultural Agents’ Convention, Kellogg Center, Michigan State University.  East Lansing, Michigan:  March 7, 2005.

Mazuze, F., and R.H. BERNSTEN. “Analysis of Production and Adoption of Orange-Flesh Sweet Potatoes: A Case Study of Gaza Province in Mozambique@. African Studies Center Brown Bag Seminar.  January 2005.

Bitsch, V.  “Managing Employees in Horticulture.” Business College of Knowledge Certificate Program. Training Materials and Trainer Notebook. East Lansing, Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University.  East Lansing, Michigan; 2005.

Bitsch, V. “Turning Difficult People Around.”  Employee Management for Production Agriculture Conference.  Kansas City, Missouri; December 8 -9, 2005.

Bitsch, V.  “Understanding and Improving Job Satisfaction.” Employee Management for Production Agriculture Conference.  Kansas City, Missouri; December 8-9, 2005.

Weber, M. T.  “Food Security and Food Policy Information Portal for Africa.”  African Studies Thursday Seminar Presentation.  2005.

Other University

Adelaja, A. “Centers of Support: Seeking University Assistance.” Presented at the symposium on Creating Collaborative Communities: Management Networks, Services, Cooperation, and Metropolitan Governance.  Wayne State University, Michigan.  November 1, 2005.

Adelaja, A. “The Economics of Multi-Jurisdictional Cooperation.” Presented at the symposium on “Creating Collaborative Communities: Management Networks, Services, Cooperation and Metropolitan Governance.  Wayne State University, Michigan.  October 31, 2005.

Bitsch, V., S. Fogleman, and R. Stup. Human Resource Management Risks and Strategies in Dairy Production. In: Cultivating Peace of Mind: A Dairy Producer’s Guide to Managing Risk, ed. by David L. Lee and Michael Marandola, Rutgers, State University of New Jersey, p. 267-304 (also available on CD).

Bitsch, V., Fogleman, S., and R. Stup 2005. Human Resource Management Risks and Strategies in Fruit Production. In: Cultivating Peace of Mind: A Fruit Producer’s Guide to Managing Risk, ed. by David L. Lee and Michael Marandola, Rutgers, State University of New Jersey, p. 301-38 (also available on CD).

Bitsch, V., Fogleman, S., and R. Stup. 2005. Human Resource Management Risks and Strategies in Grain Production. In: Cultivating Peace of Mind: A Grain Producer’s Guide to Managing Risk, ed. by David L. Lee and Michael Marandola, Rutgers, State University of New Jersey, p. 243-80 (also available on CD).

Bitsch, V., Fogleman, S., and R. Stup. 2005. Human Resource Management Risks and Strategies in Nurseries. In: Cultivating Peace of Mind: A Nursery Producer’s Guide to Managing Risk, ed. by David L. Lee and Michael Marandola, Rutgers, State University of New Jersey, p. 275-312 (also available on CD).

Bitsch, V., Fogleman, S., and R. Stup. 2005. Human Resource Management Risks and Strategies in Vegetable Production. In: Cultivating Peace of Mind: A Vegetable Producer’s Guide to Managing Risk, ed. by David L. Lee and Michael Marandola, Rutgers, State University of New Jersey, p. 301-38 (also available on CD).

Joshi, S., M. Khanna, and S. Sidique.  “Effect of Environmental Management Systems on Investor Reactions to Emission Information.” Paper presented at the Department of Management, University of Illinois.  Urbana Champaign, Illinois; January 14, 2005.

Swinton, S.M. and F. LUPI. “Abiotic Ecosystem Services to Agriculture”.  Discussion brief presented to NSF national workshop on Valuation of Ecosystem Services in Agriculture.  Augusta, Michigan; October 26-28, 2005.

Regional Research Committee

Thornsbury, S. “State Activities Report: Michigan.” S1019 Regional Research Committee for Fruit and Vegetable Marketing Innovations and Demand Assessment.  Washington, D.C.; October 16, 2005.

International Agency

Chapoto, A. and T. JAYNE.  “Characteristics of Individuals Afflicted by AIDS-related Mortality in Rural Zambia.”  Paper presented at the RENEWAL/IFPRI Conference on Integrating HIV/AIDS with Food and Nutrition Security:  From Evidence to Action.  Durban, South Africa; April 13-16, 2005.

Crawford, E., T. JAYNE, and V. KELLY.  “Alternative Approaches for Promoting Fertiliser Use in Africa, with Particular Reference to the Role of Fertiliser Subsidies.”  Paper commissioned by the World Bank, prepared for e-Conference on Promoting Fertilizer Use in Africa.  Sponsored by Imperial College; February 15-28, 2005. 

Jayne, T.S., R. MYERS, and J. Nyoro.  “Effects of Government Marketing and Trade Policies on Maize Prices in Kenya.”  Paper presented at the Conference on Integrating Consumers into Agricultural Sector Policies.  Tegemeo Agricultural Policy Conference, Safari Park Hotel.  Nairobi, Kenya;April 19-20, 2005.

Jayne, T.S., G. Tembo, and J. Nijhoff.  “Food Marketing and Price Stabilization Policies in Eastern and Southern Africa: A Review of Experience and Lessons Learned.” Paper presented at the World Bank Conference on Managing Price Instability and Risk in Developing Countries.  Washington, D.C.; February 28-March 1, 2005.

Jayne, T.S., D. Mather, E. Mghenyi, and D. TSCHIRLEY.  “Maize Marketing and Trade Policy in a Pro-Poor Agricultural Growth Strategy:  Insights from Household Surveys in Eastern and Southern Africa.”  Paper presented at the FANRPAN/MSU/ Rockefeller Foundation Workshop on Regional Maize Trade in Southern Africa.  Pretoria South Africa ;June 21-22, 2005.

Jayne, T.S., D. Mather, and E. Mghenyi.  “Smallholder Farming in Difficult Circumstances:  Policy Issues for Africa.”  Paper presented at the Conference on the Future of the Small Farm.  Imperial College, Wye, England ; June 27-29, 2005.

Muyanga, M., T.S. Jayne, G. Argwings-Kodhek, and J. Ariga.  “Staple Food Consumption Patterns in Urban Kenya:  Trends and Policy Implications.”  Paper presented at the Conference on Integrating Consumers into Agricultural Sector Policies, Tegemeo Agricultural Policy Conference.  Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya; April 19-20, 2005.

Mwanaumo, A., H. Haantuba, P. Arlindo, D. Abdula, T.S. Jayne, D. Tschirley, J. Nijhoff, M.T. Weber, C. Donovan, and J. Staatz. “Toward a Regional Framework for Effective Policy Responses to the Emerging Food Crisis in Southern Africa.” FANRPAN 2005 Regional Multi-Stakeholder Public Policy Dialogue. Theme: Creating A Conducive Policy Environment For A Food Secure SADC. 4-7 October 2005.

Lupi, F., M.D. Kaplowitz, J.P. HOEHN.  "Public Preferences and WTP for Great Lakes Coastal Wetland Programs,” presented at W1133, Salt Lake City, UT, February 13, 2005.

Reardon, T., and C.P. Timmer. “The Supermarket Revolution with Asian Characteristics.” International Conference on Agricultural and Rural Development in Asia:  Ideas, Paradigms, and Policies Three Decades After.  SEARCA, 10-11 November 2005, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Makati City, Philippines.

Donors

Mwanamumo, A., T.S. JAYNE, D. TSCHIRLEY, M. T. WEBER, C. DONOVAN, and S. LONGABAUGH.  (2005)  Food Security Research Project – ZAMBIA Annual Report, FY 2005 (October 2004 to September 2005).  Report on A Collaborative Research, Capacity Building, and Policy Outreach Project.

Martinez, L., and S. THORNSBURY. “U.S. Fresh Produce Wholesale Sector Trade Practices Electronic Survey Report: Preliminary Results,” Report for the Partnership for Food Industry Development – Fruit and Vegetables, September 2005, 3 pp.

staatz, J.M.  “President Amadou Toumani Touré Launches Food Security Website.” 2005. Published by USAID/Mali on its website: http://www.usaidmali.org/article.php?id=0077_EN

Staatz, J.M., and N. DEMBELE. “Fundamental Restructuring of Mali’s Approach to Food Security.”  2005. Published by USAID/Mali on its website:  http://www.usaidmali.org/article.php?id=0069_EN

Staatz, J., N.N. DEMBELE, and V. KELLY, A. Traore.  PROMISAM—Project to Mobilize Food Security Initiatives in Mali.  2005.  Annual Report:  October 2004 – September 2005.  East Lansing: October.

Thornsbury, S., and M. WOODS. “Final Report: New Markets for U.S. Tart Cherry Products – Poland,” Report for USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.  Washington D.C.; August 2005, 9 pp.

Thornsbury, S., and M. WOODS. “Tart Cherry Markets – Poland” Report for CMI, Inc., August 2005, 45 pp.

Walker, T., D. BOUGHTON, C. DONVAN, M. WEBER and S. LONGABAUGH.  (2005)  Strengthening Mozambican Capacity for Agricultural Productivity Growth, Policy Analysis, and Poverty Reduction.  Annual Project Narrative Report - FY05 (2004/05).  Mozambique Associate Award / Food Security III LWA CA (656-A-00-04-00058-00)

Weber, M.T., C. DONOVAN, J.M. STAATZ, and N. DEMBELE. (2005)  Guidelines for Building Sustainable Market Information Systems in Africa with Strong Public-Private Partnerships - November, 2005. Michael T. Weber, Cynthia Donovan, John M. Staatz and Niama Nango Dembélé. Paper in: English, French, Portuguese   Presentation at CTA Expert Consultation on MIS and Commodity Exchanges: Strengthening Market Signals and Institutions. Amsterdam, Nov 28-30, 2005.  Also powerpoint presentation on MIS and Commodity Exchanges: Strengthening Market Signals and Institutions. PPT in: English, French, Portuguese

Other

Puente, G., R. BERNSTEN, D. SCHWEIKHARDT, and J. Kelly. AAn Analysis of Trends in the U.S. Bean Industry with Implications for International Trade.@ Poster Paper presented at the B/C CRSP All-Researchers Meeting.  Dakar, Senegal; September 11-15, 2005.

Bernsten, R., S. SWINTON, E. Peralta, and J.C. Rosas. AAssessment of Constraints to Expanding Bean Supply, Enhancing Sustainability of Bean Production Systems, and Enhancing Market Opportunities for Beans and Value-Added Products in Latin America and the U.S.@  Paper presented at the B/C CRSP All-Researchers Meeting.  Dakar, Senegal; September 11-15, 2005.

Mejia, O., R. BERNSTEN, J.C. Rosas, W. Pejuan, and B. Reyes. ABean Atlas of the Americas.@ Poster Paper presented at the B/C CRSP All-Researchers Meeting.  Dakar, Senegal; September 11-15, 2005.

Smeltkop, H., J.C. Rosas, R. BERNSTEN, and B. Reyes. AConstraints to Greater Bean Yields in Honduras: A Participatory Approach.@ Poster Paper presented at the B/C CRSP All-Researchers Meeting.  Dakar, Senegal; September 11-15, 2005.

Smeltekop, H.E., J.C. Rosas, R. Bernsten, B. Reyes, and R. Freed. AConstraints to Greater Bean Yields in Honduras: a Participatory Approach." ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meetings. ASA-CSSA-SSSA.  Salt Lake City, UT.

Bernsten, R., Ragasa, C., and M. Maredia. AThe Impact of Bean Research in Michigan.@ Paper presented at the B/C CRSP All-Researchers Meeting.  Dakar, Senegal; September 11-15, 2005.

Foerster, K., Marinez, J. and V. BITSCH 2005 (June). MSUE Resource Guide for Farmworkers and Hispanic Audiences. MSUE (available at www.msue.msu.edu).

Mwanaumo, A.,  H. Haantuba, P. Arlindo, D. Abdula, T.S. JAYNE, D. TSCHIRLEY, J. NIJHOFF, M. WEBER, C. DONOVAN, and J. STAATZ. 2005. “Toward a Regional Framework for Effective Policy Responses to the Emerging Food Crisis in Southern Africa.”  Paper presented at FANRPAN Regional Multi-Stakeholder Public Policy Dialogue Conference on “Creating a Conducive Policy Environment for a Food Secure SADC” Johannesburg, 4 – 7 October.

Martinez, L, and R. BERNSTEN. AAn Assessment of Market Opportunities for Central American Dry Beans.@ Poster Paper presented at the B/C CRSP All-Researchers Meeting, Dakar, Senegal, September 11-15, 2005.

Reardon, T. and J. Huang. 2005.  Methods for Assessing Determinants, Costs, and Benefits of Small Farmer Inclusion in Restructured Agrifood Chains,” Resource Paper for Component 1 of the Regoverning Markets Program, Phase 2, presented at the Regoverning Markets Methodology and Planning Workshop, 27-30 August 2005, Amsterdam

Sanogo, K. Dème, A. Traoré, N. N. DEMBELE, J. STAATZ, and Goita M. Diallo. 2005. Comprendre la sécurité alimentaire: Un cadre conceptuel pour la programmation. Bamako: Présidence de la République, Commissariat à la Sécurité Alimentaire (CSA); Michigan State University (MSU), and World Vision.

  • Module 1 :Qu’est ce que la sécurité alimentaire ?
  • Module 2 : Pourquoi s’intéresser à la sécurité alimentaire ?
  • Module 3: Comment utiliser la sécurité alimentaire comme cadre de planification ?

This is a set of training materials on for local communities in Mali on using the concept of food security to plan local development projects.  This material is being used in every township, county, and state in Mali (over 750 units of government) to develop local food security plans.

Labarta, R., and S. M. SWINTON. "Extension of Integrated Pest Management Methods for Nicaraguan Bean Producers: Effects on Adoption, Profitability, Farmer Health and Beneficial Insects." Presented poster. Bean-Cowpea Collaborative Research Support Project (Bean-Cowpea CRSP) all researchers meeting.  Dakar, Senegal; September 11-16, 2005.

Subía, C., E. Peralta, S. M. SWINTON, and D. Mooney. 2005. "Reducing Pesticide Risk in Bean Systems in Northern Ecuador." Presented poster. Bean-Cowpea Collaborative Research Support Project (Bean-Cowpea CRSP) all researchers meeting.  Dakar, Senegal; September 11-16, 2005.

Weber, M.T., T.S. JAYNE, and C. DONOVAN.  Systematic positioning of MSU research on rural household effects of HIV/AIDS with important research and policy dialogue networks as outreach/extension from this important FS III theme of research: :

Jayne, T.  Citations/listings/impact stories by these Networks of MSU FS III work in 2005: HIV/AIDS and the agricultural sector in eastern and southern Africa: anticipating the consequences.  id21 Research Highlight: 15 June 2005.

Jayne, T. S., M. Villarreal, P. Pingali, G. Hemrich. HIV/AIDS and the agricultural sector in eastern and southern africa: anticipating the consequences.  Southern African Regional Poverty Network. Michigan State University, 2005.

Mather, D., C. DONOVAN, T. JAYNE, M. WEBER. Using empirical information in the era of HIV/AIDS to inform mitigation and rural development strategies: Selected results from African country studies .  Southern African Regional Poverty Network.  Michigan State University, Jul 2005.

Mather, D., C. DONOVAN, T, JAYNE, M. WEBER. Using empirical information in the era of HIV/AIDS to inform mitigation and rural development strategies: selected results from African country studies. Targeting assistance and technology development for HIV/AIDS affected households.   Department of Agricultural Economics, Michigan State University (MSU), 2005.

Weber, M.T. with other FS III researchers for each respective case.  Short stories on project results for consideration by USAID website “Telling Our Story”.  4 Draft stories created. December 2005:

Training Manual Chapter

Beyea, W., P. NORRIS, and G. Taylor.  “Legal Foundations of Planning and Zoning.” MSU Extension, 2005

Beyea, W., K. Schindler, and M. Heidemann.  “Introduction to Planning and Zoning.”  MSU Extension, 2005

Lupi, F. 2005.  “Random Utility Models for Recreation Demand: Theory and Concepts for Welfare Measurement.” Manuscript for graduate students in AEC891, 51 pages, http://www.msu.edu/user/lupi/aec891/aec891_rum_tcm_chapter.pdf.  

Lupi, F. “Choice Modeling Analysis of Hunting Lease Survey Data,” report to Tom Oliver, Wildlife Division, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, September, 2005.

Swinton, S., and F. LUPI, “Ecosystem Services to Agriculture.” Briefing paper, NSF Workshop on Valuing Ecosystem Services from Agriculture, 2005.

ELECTRONIC OUTPUT

Bernsten, et. al. A Bean Atlas of the Americas. (B/C CRSP) (under development). 2005.  http://msu.edu/~bernsten/beanatlas/index.htm

Bitsch, V. Personnel Management in Agriculture. Updated 2005.  http://www.msu.edu/user/bitsch/

Barner, L. and V. BITSCH.  Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program. Developed 2005. http://web1.msue.msu.edu/agmediation/

Bitsch, V.  Agricultural Labor Issues in Michigan. Electronic Newsletter, 7 issues.

  • U.S. Agricultural Labor Statistics for Fall 2005 (11/22/2005)
  • Migrant Labor Housing (11/17/2005)
  • U.S. Agricultural Labor Statistics for Summer 2005 (08/25/2005)
  • NAWS U.S. Farmworker Data Summary—Demographic and Employment Profile (08/15/2005)
  • Sexual Harassment and Retaliation in Agriculture (07/29/2005)
  • U.S. Agricultural Labor Statistics for Spring 2005 (05/20/2005)
  • U.S. Agricultural Labor Statistics for Winter 2005 (02/22/2005)

Harms, N. and V. BITSCH. Agricultural Employers Checklist. Revision and Update. Fact sheet about law and regulation involved in hiring employees, how to acquire related forms and in-depth information.  2005.
http://www.msu.edu/user/bitsch/AgEmployerChecklist05.htm

Harsh, S., L. Hamilton, D. Johnson, and S. LOVERIDGE (senior authorship not assigned).  Wind Power: Energizing Michigan’s Future.” Public site funded in association with Wind Energy grant.  2005. http://web1.msue.msu.edu/wind/

Hilker, J. World wide web site for applied probabilistic price forecasts of U.S. grain, soybean and livestock prices at http://www.msu.edu/user/hilker.

Joshi, S.  Watershed Information Tool (WIT) is a web-based software tool for assessing the direct and indirect economic and environmental impacts of local development projects in the Muskegon River watershed. This project was funded by the Michigan Great Lakes Protection Fund. The WIT is available at http://www.aec.msu.edu/dbtest/test/default.htm.

Djire, I. and S. Longabaugh. Présidence de la République du Mali, Commissariat à la Sécurité Alimentaire.  http://www.csa-mali.org/index.htm.  2005.

Norris, P. The Foundations of Planning and Zoning. Unit 1.1, Citizen Planner Online. http://web1.msue.msu.edu/cplanner/online/index.htm

Norris, P. Planning Official Ethics 101. Unit 1.4, Citizen Planner Online. http://web1.msue.msu.edu/cplanner/online/index.htm

Norris, P., W. BEYEA, and K. Schindler. Planning Official Roles and Responsibilities (5 units). 2005. www.citizenplanner.msu.edu/online.

Staatz, J. Contributed content and design ideas to Food Security III Cooperative Agreement website:

Swinton, S.M., W. Zhang and C. Lanser. “Economic Analysis of Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems.”  Web site introduces basic techniques that can be applied to analyze the economic viability of sustainable agricultural and food systems.  Topics covered include: profitability using budgets, environment-profit trade-offs, environmental values, environmental indicators, markets, and business planning.  2005.  http://sustainecon.msu.edu/

Thornsbury, S., M. Gonzalez, M. WOODS, and L. MARTINEZ. Global Produce Markets and Trade.  2005.  http://www.globalhort.msu.edu.

Weber, M. T., C. WOLF, and S. LONGABAUGH.  Food Security and Food Policy Information Portal for Africa (FSIP for Africa) Project Website. 2005 http://www.aec.msu.edu/fs2/test/index.cfm?Lang=en

Weber, M. T., J. STAATZ, and S. LONGBAUGH. Contributions to FS III Cooperative Agreement and Related Research, Policy Dialogue and Training Projects Website. 2005. http://www.aec.msu.edu/fs2/

Weber, M. T., T.S. JAYNE, C. DONOVAN and S. LONGABAUGH.  Contributions to the FS III Cross-Cutting Research Theme on Effects of Prime-Age Mortality on Rural Households in Africa.  2005.  http://www.aec.msu.edu/fs2/adult_death/index.htm 

Weber, M.T., S. LONGABAUGH and D. BOUGHTON. Contributions to FS III-Mozambique Cooperative Agreement Website. 2005. http://www.aec.msu.edu/fs2/mozambique/index.htm 

Weber, M.T., S. LONGABAUGH., and T. JAYNE.  Contributions to FS III-Zambia Cooperative Agreement Website. 2005. http://www.aec.msu.edu/fs2/zambia/index.htm

RESEARCH REPORTS

Abate, G. (2005).  “New product development trends in the fruit sector.”  Working Paper 1-102605.  Strategic Marketing Institute, Product Center for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan.  http://www.productcenter.msu.edu/strategic.htm.

Abate, G. (2005). “The market for orange juice – Challenges and opportunities.” Working Paper 2-102605. Strategic Marketing Institute, Product Center for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. http://www.productcenter.msu.edu/strategic.htm.

Chapoto, A., and T. JAYNE (2005).  Characteristics of Individuals Afflicted by AIDS-related Mortality in Rural Zambia.  Working Paper 14.   Food Security Research Project, Zambia, Lusaka.

Donovan, C., M. McGlinchy, J. STAATZ, and D. TSCHIRLEY (December 2005).  Emergency Needs Assessments and the Impact of Food Aid on Local Markets. World Food Programme, Emergency Needs Assessment Branch, Rome.

Murphy, S., B. Lilliston, and M. B. LAKE. WTO Agreement on Agriculture: A Decade of Dumping. Publication No. 1. Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy, February 2005.

Mather, D., C. DONOVAN, T.S. JAYNE, and M.T. WEBER (2005).  Using Empirical Information in the Era of HIV/AIDS to Inform Mitigation and Rural Development Strategies:  Selected Results from African Country Studies.  MSU International Development Working Paper 84.  Department of Agricultural Economics, Michigan State University. East Lansing, Michigan.

Jayne, T.S., M. Villarreal, P. Pingali, and G. Hemrich (2005).  Interactions between the Agricultural Sector and the HIV/AIDS Pandemic:  Implications for Agricultural Policy.  Rodney Paper 104.  African Studies Center, Boston University, Boston, MA.

Mwiinga, B. J. Shawa, T. JAYNE, J. Shaffer (2005).  Levies on Agricultural Products:  Who Benefits?  Working Paper 12.  Food Security Research Project, Zambia, Lusaka.

Jayne, T.S., B. Zulu, D. MATHER, E. Mghenyi, E. Chirwa, and D. TSCHIRLEY. 2006. Maize Marketing and Trade Policy in a Pro-Poor Agricultural Growth Strategy: Insights from Household Surveys in Eastern and Southern Africa.  International Development Working Paper, Department of Agricultural Economics, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

Traub, L.N., and T.S. JAYNE. 2006. Opportunities to Improve Household Food Security Through Promoting Informal Maize Marketing Channels: Experience from Eastern Cape Province, South Africa, International Development Working Paper 85, Department of Agricultural Economics, East Lansing.

Govereh, J.J. Shawa, E. Malawo, and T.S. JAYNE. 2006.  Raising the Productivity of Public Investments in Zambia’s Agricultural Sector. J. Working Paper No. 20. Food Security Research Project. Lusaka, Zambia.

Chapoto, A., T.S. JAYNE, and N. Mason.  2006.  Security of Widows Access to Land in the Era of HIV/AIDS: Panel Survey Evidence from Zambia.  Working Paper 19 Food Security Research Project, Lusaka, Zambia.

Muyanga, M., T.S. Jayne, G. Argwings-Kodhek, and J. Ariga (2005).  Staple Food Consumption Patterns in Urban Kenya:  Trends and Policy Implications.  Working Paper 16.  Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development, Egerton University, Nairobi, Kenya.

Joshi S. (2005).  Integrated Economic Development and Environmental Protection Assessment for the Muskegon River Watershed.  Report prepared for the Michigan Great Lakes Protection Fund. (http://www.deq.state.mi.us/documents/deq-ogl-mglpf-joshi.pdf).

Knoche, S., P. Bull, F. LUPI, and R. Peyton (August 2005).  Michigan Deer Hunter Opinion Survey: Methods and Results.  Submitted to Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Department of Agricultural Economics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan.

Lupi, F. (March 2005).  Recreational Angling Benefits of Improved Quality on Kalamazoo River, Michigan.  Kalamazoo River Environment, Natural Resource Damage Assessment Stage I Reports.  Trustees Report, Michigan DEQ, Michigan Attorney General, U.S. FWS, and NOAA, Lansing, Michigan.

Norris, P., W. BEYEA, A. Cullen, G. Rhead, C. Geith (2005).  Citizen Planner Program Online Feasibility Study, People and Land.  Lansing, MI, USA

TSCHIRLEY, D., J.J. NIJHOFF, P. Arlindo, B. Mwinga, M. WEBER, and T.S. JAYNE. 2006. Anticipating and Responding to Drought Emergencies in Southern Africa: Lessons from the 2002-2003 Experience, International Development Working Paper 89, Department of Agricultural Economics, East Lansing.

Wittenberg, E. and S. HARSH.  2005 Michigan Land Values and Leasing Rates.  MSU Department of Agricultural Economics Report No. 625.

PRESENTATIONS FOR EXTENSION OR LAY AUDIENCES

Professional Organization (not AAEA)

Fenichel, E.P. and R.D. HORAN.  "Jointly-Determined Ecological Thresholds and Economic Trade-offs in Wildlife Disease Management." Paper presented at the Seventh Annual BioEcon Conference on "Economics and the Analysis of Ecology and Biodiversity" at Kings College.  Cambridge, England; September 20-21, 2005.

Fenichel, E.P. and R.D. HORAN.   “Jointly-Determined Ecological Thresholds and Economic Trade-Offs In Wildlife Disease Management.” Contributed paper, presented at the Seventh Annual Heartland Environmental & Resource Economics Workshop at Iowa State University.  Ames, Iowa; September 18-19, 2005.

Fenichel , E.P. and Richard D. HORAN.  “Understanding Ecological and Economic Interactions in Wildlife Disease Management.”  Selected paper, Midwest Fish and Wildlife Conference.  Grand Rapids, Michigan; September 2005.

Lupi, F., S. Thayer, and K.Wallmo. "Obtaining unbiased human dimensions data from Great Lakes creel surveys."  Presented at 66th Annual Midwest Fish and Wildlife Conference.  Grand Rapids, Michigan; December 13, 2005.

Peyton, R.B., P. Bull, and F. LUPI.  "Response of Michigan Deer Hunters to the Risks of CWD and the Reality of Bovine TB in Wild Deer."  Presented at the Second International Chronic Wasting Disease Symposium.  Madison, Wisconsin; July 13, 2005.

Norris, P.E. “Choosing a Model for Public Policy Education.”  Presentation at Michigan Association of Extension Agents.  East Lansing, Michigan; March 2005.

Norris, P. “Land  Use Legislation Activity 2004-2005.” Presented at Michigan Transportation Planning Association and Michigan Association of Regions, Joint Annual Conference.  July 2005.

Norris , P.E. “Policy Research Questions for Land and Water Quality Performance Standards.” Presentation for Organized Symposium, Can Performance-based Policies Improve Agricultural Land and Water Policy? Issues and Opportunities in New State Approaches to CAFOs and Other Farms.  Northeastern Agricultural and Resource Economics Association.  Annapolis, Maryland; June 2005.

Peterson, H.C. “The  Agribusiness Strategy and Management Field.” Grad Program Advisory Panel Meeting.  December 1.

Peterson, H.C. Organizer/Presenter, Agriculture and Natural Resource Innovation Counselors Education Training.  January 5.

Peterson, H.C. “Brands,” Session Moderator, IAMA Annual World Food and Agribusiness Symposium.  Chicago, Illinois; June 25.

Peterson, H.C. “The Master’s Program in Agricultural Economics.” Departmental Graduate Student Orientation.  August 25.

Peterson, H.C. “Southland Station Case Study.”  Respondent/reviewer of the case, IAMA Annual World Food and Agribusiness Case Conference.  Chicago, Illinois; June 26.

Peterson, H.C. Organizer/Presenter, Tri-State (MI, OH, WI) Innovation Counselors Continuing Education Meeting.  August 23-24.

Peterson, H.C. “Understanding Entrepreneurs: Segmenting Your Client Base.”  National Value Added Conference.  Indianapolis, Indiana; June 16.

Reardon, T. “Emerging Marketing Opportunities and Challenges from the Rise of Supermarkets:  Implications for Trade and Technology Transfer.”  Talk at the USDA 2005 Agricultural Outlook Conference, Session “Shaping Science and Technology Policies in Developing Countries to Facilitate Trade.”  February 24.

Reardon, T. “Impact  of Global and Regional Multinational Agrifood Firms: On Market Competition and Structure in “Emerging Markets.”  Plenary Session Speech, Food Distribution Research Society meetings.  Washington D.C; October 17, 2005.

Reardon, T. “La rápida transformación de los mercados por los supermercados en América Latina,” Keynote Speech at the Rimisp/Oxfam/CEPES international workshop “ La expansión de los supermercado y sus efectos en las cadenas agro-alimentarias: desafíos y oportunidades.”  Lima, Peru; October 26-28.

Reardon, T. “La rápida transformación de los mercados por los supermercados en Asia y  America Latina,” Plenary opening session talk at the “Foro Global Alimentario 2005” of the Consejo Nacional Agropecuario.  Mexico City, Mexico; June 9-10.

Reardon, T. “Rural Nonfarm Employment: Opportunities for the CAFTA Countries.”  Presentation at the Inter-American Development Bank.  Washington, D.C.; September 26.

Reardon, T. “Small Farmer Organizations for Access to Markets for High-Value Products: Challenges and Innovations.”  Presentation at the World Bank.  Washington, D.C.; December 14.

Reardon, T. “Status of and Agenda for research on supermarkets in agricultural development.” Talk at the INRA/ENSAM/CIRAD Workshop on Developing Regions’ Retail Transformation. Montpellier, France; January 7, 2005

Weatherspoon, D. “Bridging the Gap between 1890’s, 1862’s and USDA.” ERS Headquarters.  Washington, D.C.; June 13, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D. “The History of MANRRS: The Early Years” Pittsburg, Pennsylvania; March 31, - April 2, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D. “How  can the Poor benefit from Growing Markets for High Value Products?”  Global Forum for Agricultural Research (GFAR) and the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).  Workshop held at CIAT.  Cali, Colombia; October 3-5, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D. “Opportunities for Action in Research.”  ERS Headquarters.  Washington, D.C.; June 13, 2005.

Weber, M.T.  “The Globalization of Information: Agriculture at the Crossroads.” Paper accepted for presentation at the XIth IAALD World Congress/USAIN Biennial Conference.  Lexington,” Lexington, Kentucky; May 15-21, 2005. (See also a Powerpoint Presentation at the IAALD/USAIN meetings: “A Partnership to Build & Maintain A Food Security and Food Policy Information Portal For Africa (FSIP)” by Michael T. Weber.)

AAEA

Gramig, B., R.D. HORAN, and C.A. WOLF.  "A Model of Incentive Compatibility under Moral Hazard in Livestock Disease Outbreak Response." Selected paper, presented at the annual meetings of the American Agricultural Economics Association.   Plymouth, Rhode Island; July 2005.

Horan, R.D., C.A. WOLF, E.P. Fenichel, and K. Mathews, Jr.  "Spatial Management of Wildlife Disease."  Principal paper at the AAEA sessions of the ASSA meetings.  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; January 6-9, 2005.

Peterson, H. C. “The Entrepreneurship Process: Key Success Factors.”  Session Moderator, Organized Symposium/AEM Track Session, AAEA Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 25.

Peterson, H. C. “The Relationship between Agribusiness Consulting and Scholarship.”  Presenter, Organized Symposium/AEM Track Session, AAEA Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 25.

Peterson, H. C. “What Did We Learn from the Agriculture Innovation Center Experience.” Presenter, Organized Symposium/Extension Track Session, AAEA Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 26.

Peterson, H. C. Invited talk on “What Does it Take to Publish in the American Journal of Agricultural Economics?” at the American Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24-27, 2005.

Swinton, S.M. “Challenges of Data Collection and Analysis for Precision Agriculture.” Organized Symposium presentation, American Agricultural Economics Association (AAEA) annual meeting.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24-27, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D.  “Bridging the gap between minority feeder schools and universities and industry.” Providence, Rhode Island; July 2005.

Weatherspoon, D.  “Diversity within Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Disciplines.”  Providence, Rhode Island; July 2005.

Poster Presentation

Mugera, A. W. and V. Bitsch.  “Managing Dairy Farm Labor for Competitive Advantage: A Resource-based Perspective.” Annual Meeting of the American Agricultural Economics Association.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 24 – 27, 2005.

Mather, D., C. DONOVAN, T.S. JAYNE, and M.T. WEBER. “Using Empirical Information in the Era of HIV/AIDS to Inform Mitigation and Rural Development Strategies: Selected Results from African Country Studies.” American Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meeting, Principal Paper Session 1: What Role for Agricultural Economists in Addressing the HIV/AIDS Pandemic? Providence, Rhode Island; July 25th, 2005.

Horan, R. and F. LUPI.  "Cost-effectiveness of Incentive-based Policies for Reducing the Risks of Invasive Species Introductions in the Great Lakes.”  Poster presented at Invasive Species Symposium, Michigan State University.  East Lansing, Michigan; May 13, 2005.

Bruggeman, D, M. Jones, FRANK LUPI, and K. Scribner. "Conservation Banking at the Landscape-Scale for the Red-cockaded Woodpecker."  Poster presentation at Research Symposium on Threatened, Endangered, and At-Risk Species, SERDP and ACOE.  Baltimore, Maryland; June 7-9, 2005.

Bruggeman, D, M. Jones, FRANK LUPI, and K. Scribner.  "Conservation Banking at the Landscape-Scale: Use of Multiple Biodiversity Service Flows to Reduce Scientific Uncertainty." Poster presentation at 8th National Mitigation & Conservation Banking Conference.  Charlotte, North Carolina; April 19, 2005.

Lupi, F., and R. D. HORAN. "The Economics of Invasive Alien Species in the Great Lakes.”  Poster presented at International Association for Great Lakes Research Annual Meeting.  Ann Arbor, Michigan; May 23-27, 2005.

Laurent, F. LUPI, et al. “Integrating Ecology and Economics for Managed Forest Landscapes,” Poster presented at Sustainable Agriculture, Ecosystem Management, and Small-Midsized Farms meeting sponsored by USDA CSREES.  Washington D.C.; October 31, 2005.

Kaplowitz, M.D., FRANK LUPI, J.P. HOEHN, M. GIBSON, and O. Areola. "Stated Preferences for Great Lakes Coastal Wetland Program Characteristics." Poster presented at Michigan Land Use Summit, Kellogg Center.  East Lansing, Michigan; May 19, 2005.  (Winner: “Best of Show Award for Outstanding Poster Presentation”).  Also presented at Michigan State University Agricultural Expo.  East Lansing, Michigan; July 20, 2005.

Griswold, N. G., P. E. Norris, and S. Acmoody. “The Impact of Property Abandonment on Neighboring Housing Values in Flint, Michigan.” Poster displayed at the MSU Land Use Summit.  Lansing, Michigan; May 19-20, 2005.

Woods, M., S. THORNSBURY, and L. MARTINEZ. “Teaching Synergies in the Classroom and Outreach” presented at the annual meetings of the American Agricultural Economics Association.  2005.

Industry Association or Nonprofit Organization

Adelaja A.  “Planning for the Future:  How Does West Michigan Want to Grow.”  Invited Presentation, 18th Annual Fair Housing Luncheon & Workshop Series, Fair Housing Center of Greater Grand Rapids.  Grand Rapids, MI:  April 14, 2005.

Batie, S. S.  “Environmental Economics “Environmental Science and Policy Program.  Brown Bag Series. MSU.  2005.

Batie, S. S.  “Public Issues of Concern to Michigan Agriculture”.  Michigan Farm Bureau Natural and Environmental Resource Advisory Committee.  Kellogg Center.  East Lansing, Michigan; February 1, 2005. 

Batie, S. S. “Response and Strategic Positioning for Michigan Agriculture.”  Panel Discussion at the Michigan Farm Bureau -MSU Supper.  February 14, 2006.

Batie, S. S.  “The Sustainable Michigan Endowed Project.”  CANR Administrators Meeting.  October 28, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “MSU Extension Training Programs for Farmworkers.” Annual Grower and Farmworker Conference.  Lansing, Michigan; November 4, 2005.

Mwanaumo, A., H. Haantuba, P. Arlindo, D. Abdula, T.S. JAYNE, D. TSCHIRLEY, J. NIJHOFF, M. WEBER, C. DONOVAN, and J. STAATZ.  “Toward a Regional Framework for Effective Policy Responses to the Emerging Food Crisis in Southern Africa.”  Presentation at the FANRPAN 2005 Regional Multi-Stakeholder Public Policy Dialogue. Theme: Creating A Conducive Policy Environment For A Food Secure SADC.  Pretoria; October 4-7, 2005.

Loveridge, S.  “Multipliers, Myths, and Mega-fortunes: Understanding and Interpreting Economic Impact Model Results.”  Presented to Michigan Small Business Development Center Network Director meeting at Kellogg Center. 

Loveridge, S. “Role of MSU Extension in Chestnut Industry Development.”  Presentation to Stakeholders at Grand Opening of Rogers Reserve, Jackson County.

Loveridge, S., and J. Bokemeier. “Upper Peninsula Attitudes Towards Economic Development”.  Presented in six sessions to stakeholders in Mackinac County, Chippewa, Iron, Marquette, Schoolcraft, and Delta Counties.

Lupi, F. “Water, Fisheries, and Wetlands: Natural Resource Management in the Great Lakes.”  Invited presentation, Michigan Sea Grant Conference.  Roscommon, Michigan; June 15, 2005.

Martinez, L., and S. THORNSBURY.  “Global Horticultural Markets.”  Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO.  Grand Rapids, Michigan; December 6-8, 2005.

L. Martinez ,and S. THORNSBURy. “RAMP Economic Update.” RAMP advisory committee meeting. Acme, Michigan; January 20, 2005.

Peterson, H. C. “Differentiated Product Marketing for Agriculture.”  Full day seminar, The Executive Program for Agricultural Producers, sponsored by Texas A&M University.  Austin, Texas.  January 14.

Peterson, H. C. “External Forces and Opportunities.”  Strategic Planning Facilitator, Rural Partners of Michigan.  September 8.

Peterson, H. C. “The Future Food System.”  Keynote speaker, National Meeting of State Agri-Business Association Directors.  Ohio; September 15.

Peterson, H. C. “Grain Related Projects at the Product Center.”  Breakout session speaker, Michigan Agri-Business Association Winter Meeting.  January 10.

Peterson, H. C. “Grain Related Projects at the Product Center.” Farm Bureau Commodity Group Meeting.  February 3.

Peterson, H. C. “Innovation: The Key to Creating Higher Value.”  Keynote speaker, Cherry Marketing, Inc. Annual Meeting.  January 19.

Peterson, H. C. “Overview of the MSU Product Center.”  Capital Area Innovative Farmers Retreat.  February 26.

 Peterson, H. C. “The Product Center: Bridging the Gap between Researchers and Entrepreneurs.”  MBG Board of Directors.  June 7.

Peterson, H. C. “Scenarios for the Michigan Agri-Food System.”  Food System Economic Partnership. (Southeast Michigan); March 8

Peterson, H.C. “Scenarios for Michigan’s Agri-Food System.”  Keynote speaker, Lenawee County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting.  September 10.

Peterson, H. C. “Scenarios for the Michigan Agri-Food System.”  Lenawee County Chamber of Commerce.  April 19

Peterson, H. C. “Scenarios for Michigan’s Agri-Food System,” Michigan CPA Association Annual Meeting, October 7

Peterson, H. C. Organizer/Presenter, State Tourism Strategic Planning Meeting, November 30, 2005.

Peterson, H. C. “Strategic Marketing Review.”  Presenter/Facilitator, Board of Directors, Florida’s Natural Growers.  Orlando, Florida; September 25 (full-day session).

Peterson, H. C. “Strategic Planning Workshop,” (full-day session), Facilitator, Rural Partners of Michigan, October 14

Peterson, H. C. “Strategies for Cooperative Innovation.”  Keynote speaker, Kansas Cooperative Council Seminar, Capp Cooperative Center.  Manhattan, Kansas; March 31.

Peterson, H. C. “Strategies for Cooperative Innovation,” Keynote speaker, Northeast Cooperative Council Annual Meeting.  Syracuse, New York, March 16.

Peterson, H. C. “Venture Innovation and Michigan’s Agri-Food System,” Advanced Management Training Session, Greenstone Farm Credit, October 19, 2005.

Schweikhardt, D.  “Agricultural and Trade Policy Outlook.”  Presentation delivered at the Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference.  East Lansing, Michigan; November 3, 2005. A = 250.

Swinton, S.M.  “Ecosystem Services to and from Agriculture: What Are They and How Do We Get More of the Ones We Like?”  Conservation Economics seminar, Defenders of Wildlife.  Washington, D.C.; October 17, 2005.

Schweikhardt, D.  “Outlook for the 2007 Farm Bill Debate: Issues and Options.”  Presentation delivered at a meeting of the Farm Bill Policy Committee of the Michigan Farm Bureau.  Lansing, Michigan; September 7, 2005.  A = 10.

Schweikhardt, D.  “Outlook for the 2007 Farm Bill Debate.”  Presentation delivered to the Feed Grains, Oilseeds and Wheat Advisory Committees of the Michigan Farm Bureau.  Frankenmuth, Michigan; August 3, 2005.  A = 50.

Schweikhardt, D.  “Outlook for the 2007 Farm Bill Debate.”  Presentation delivered at a meeting of the Michigan Farm Bureau.  St. Ignace, Michigan; June 29, 2005. A = 40.

Schweikhardt, D.  “Outlook for the 2007 Farm Bill Debate.”  Presentation delivered at a meeting of the Michigan Farm Bureau.  Grand Rapids, Michigan; June 29, 2005. A = 100.

Schweikhardt, D.  “Outlook for the 2007 Farm Bill Debate.”  Presentation delivered at the Midwestern Legislative Conference of the Council of State Governments Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.  Regina, Saskatchewan; July 31, 2005.  A = 50.

Schweikhardt, D.  “Outlook for Farm Bill and International Trade Policy Issues.”  Presentation delivered to the Dry Bean And Sugar Beet Advisory Committee of the Michigan Farm Bureau.  Frankenmuth, Michigan; August 2 , 2005.  A = 12.

Schweikhardt, D.  “Outlook for the 2007 Farm Bill Debate: Issues and Options.”  Presentation delivered at a meeting of the Policy Development Committee of the Michigan Farm Bureau.  Lansing, Michigan; October 4, 2005.  A = 40.

Schweikhardt, D.  “Six Questions (And Five Answers) That Will Shape the Future of Agricultural and Trade Policy.”  Presentation delivered at the Arkansas Agricultural Business Conference, Arkansas State University.  Jonesboro, Arkansas; February 16, 2005, A= 400.

Schweikhardt, D.  “A Surprising Role for Fruits and Vegetables in the Next Farm Bill?”  Presentation delivered at a meeting of St. Josephs County Extension.  Benton Harbor, Michigan; February 25, 2005.  A = 20.

Schweikhardt, D.  “U.S.-Canadian Agricultural Policies and Issues: The Broader Context.” Presentation delivered at the Midwestern Legislative Conference of the Council of State Governments Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.  Regina, Saskatchewan, July 31, 2005.  A = 50.

Thornsbury, S.  and C. Aquilar.  “Conifer Seedling Data Collection Plans for 2005.” Michigan Seedling Economic Committee.  Fremont, Michigan.  February 9, 2005.

Thornsbury, S. “EU Border Intervention for Tart Cherry Products.” Cherry Industry Administrative Board Meeting.  Grand Rapids, Michigan; June 23, 2005.

Thornsbury, S. “Fruit and Vegetable Trends: Where are we Going?” Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days. Benton Harbor, Michigan.  February 2, 2005.

Thornsbury, S. “Global Tart Cherry Outlook.” Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO.  Grand Rapids, Michigan; December 7, 2005.

Thornsbury, S.  “International Market Update.”  North American Tart Cherry Industry Conference, Grand Rapids, Michigan.  March 15, 2005.

Thornsbury, S.  “A Look at the Polish Cherry Industry: Panel Discussion,” Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show.”  Traverse City, Michigan.  January 29, 2005.

Thornsbury, S,. and C. Aquilar.  “Methyl Bromide Economic Update.” MI Methyl Bromide Advisory Committee meeting. Grand Rapids, Michigan. January 12, 2005.

Thornsbury, S. “Panel Discussion: Tree Fruit in Eastern Europe.” Northwest Michigan Orchard Show.  Acme, Michigan; January 19, 2005.

Aguilar, C., and S. THORNSBURY.  “Research Evaluations and Outreach for Methyl Bromide Alternatives in Conifer Seedlings.” Michigan Seedling Growers Annual Meeting.  Fremont, Michigan; August 30, 2005.

Thornsbury, S. “Research Updates for Michigan Cherry Committee.” Grand Rapids, Michigan; December 5, 2005.

Thornsbury, S.  “Tree Fruit in Eastern Europe.”  Michigan State Horticultural Society. Clarksville, Michigan.  January 11, 2005.

Woods, M. “EU Tree Fruit Production and Trends.”  Extension presentation for west central fruit growers.  Hart, Michigan; February 2005.

Woods, M. “Markets and International Trends in Fruits and Vegetables.”  Extension presentation at Michigan Farm Workers Conference.   Lansing, Michigan; November 2005

Woods, M. “Update for the export council on our continuing work on the Polish sour cherry industry, including results up to the meeting and future plans and areas of research.  Tart Cherry Export Council.  Traverse City, Michigan; February 2005.

Other MSU Unit

Lake, M. B., and A. ADELAJA. “People and Land Phase III: Informing the Land Use Dialogue.” Presentation to the Michigan State University Fisheries & Wildlife Department Faculty. East Lansing, Michigan; November 30, 2005.

Lake, M. B., and A. ADELAJA. “People and Land Phase III: Informing the Land Use Dialogue.” Presentation to the Michigan State University Forestry Department Faculty.  East Lansing, Michigan; October 7, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “Agricultural Mediation Resources in Michigan,” MSU Extension Fall Conference.  East Lansing, Michigan.  October 11, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “A Bad Apple: Turning around Difficult Situations and People.”  Farm, Greenhouse, and Nursery Labor Law Update Meeting.  Allendale, Michigan, February 9, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “Basics of Managing People,” “Agricultural Labor and the Law,” Shade Tree Production School.  Grand Rapids, Michigan; March 1, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “Hiring the Best Employees,” “Staying Legal During Hiring,” “Motivating Employees Daily,” “Turning Difficult Situations into Opportunities,” “Discipline and Dismissal,” Developing a Motivated Workforce, Agricultural Manager Workshop for Isabella and Mecosta County.  Mount Pleasant, Michigan, February 16, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “Labor Basics,” “Laws & Regulations,” “Recruiting & Selection,” “Training,” “Praise & Feedback,” “Discipline & Dismissal.” Developing a Motivated Workforce, Agricultural Manager Shortcourse for Wexford, Missaukee, and Osceola County.  Cadillac, Michigan, March 16, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “MSU Extension Services for Farmers.” Agricultural Mediator Training.  Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program.  Lansing, Michigan; September 15, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “New Developments in Human Resource Management.” FIRM AoE team.  Tustin, Michigan; April 22, 2005.

Barner, L., and V. BITSCH.  “Overview of Case Processing.”  Agricultural Mediator Training.  Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program.  Lansing, Michigan; September 16, 2005.

Bitsch, V. “Using Focus Groups in Assessing Labor Management Education Needs.” Swine AoE team.  Holt, Michigan; June 21, 2005.

Loveridge, S. “Community-Based Entrepreneurship.”  Teleconference-based course for MSU faculty, academic professionals, and Extension Educators.  Six sessions.

Loveridge, S. “Community Vitality Program.”  Forum for Principal Investigators.

Loveridge , S. “Role of Higher Education in Economic Development.”  Presentation to MSU Extension Educators, Community Development Education Day at MSU.

Peterson, H. C. “The Product Center: Bridging the Gap between Researchers and Entrepreneurs.” Departmental Seminar, MSU Food Science and Human Nutrition.  March 23

Staatz, J. “Building Long-Term Food Security while Managing Food Crises: Insights from Mali.” MSU, Dept. Of Ag. Econ. (Brown bag seminar). August 9, 2005.

Staatz, J. “Building Long-Term Food Security while Managing Food Crises: Insights from Mali.” MSU African Studies Center (Brown Bag seminar). October 27, 2005.

Staatz, J. Invited faculty panelist on teaching international students, Lilly Foundation Teaching Fellows workshop, MSU, February 15, 2005.

Swinton, S.M., and M. Maredia. “Writing an Award-Winning Thesis.”  Brown-bag lunch seminar, Dept. of Agricultural Economics, Michigan State University.  February 23, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D.  “South Africa Study Abroad Training, Eli Broad Business School.” May 23, 2005.

Whipple, J.  “Packaging and the Supply Chain.”   Presented at the MSU Packaging Management Conference at Michigan State University.  East Lansing, Michigan; October 21, 2005.

Industry Association or Nonprofit Organization

Adelaja, A., and M. B. LAKE. “Montcalm County: Focus on Agriculture Resiliency.” Presentation to the Montcalm County Land Use Coalition.  June 16, 2005.

Lake, M. B., and A. ADELAJA.  “Enhancing Agriculture’s Long-term Performance: A Look at Farmland Preservation.” Presentation at the 2005 Michigan Land Use Summit. Lansing, Michigan; May 20, 2005.

Weber, M.T.  “Africa Studies Luncheon Seminar on the development of the Food Security and Food Policy Information Portal for Africa.”  Spring 2005. 

Other University

Horan, R.D., and E.P. Fenichel. “Ecological Thresholds, Economic Trade-offs, and Targeting to Control Wildlife Disease: A case study of bovine tuberculosis in white-tailed deer.”  Paper presented at the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of Illinois.  Urbana-Champaign, Illinois; November 11, 2005.

Loveridge, S., J. Bokemeier, and P. Kakela.  “Econometric Analysis of UP Economic Development Study.”  Presented to Northern Michigan University Economics and Business Faculty.

Loveridge , S. “Multipliers, Myths, and Mega-fortunes: Understanding and Interpreting Economic Impact Model Results”.  Presented to Michigan Small Business Development Center Staff and Stakeholders at Eastern Michigan University.

Peterson, H. C. “Entrepreneurs, Innovation, and Agriculture: A New Research Agenda.” Applied Economics and Management Departmental Seminar, Cornell University.  March 14.

Peterson, H. C. “Entrepreneurs, Innovation, and Agriculture: A New Research Agenda,” Agricultural Economics Departmental Seminar, Kansas State University.  March 31.

Staatz, J. “Career Opportunities in Agricultural Economics.” Stanford University, Program in Human Biology, Stanford, CA. May 13, 2005.

Staatz, J. “Hunger Crisis in Niger & Elsewhere in Africa: What Are the Causes & What Can We Do?” University of Michigan, Fund Raiser for Niger relief sponsored by the Muslim Students Association, Ann Arbor, MI. September 13, 2005.

Swinton, S.M. “Experiencia de los EE.UU. en la implementación de programas voluntarios para la protección de los Recursos Naturales” (“The U.S. Experience in Implementing Voluntary Programs for Natural Resource Protection”).   Invited principal presentation to international conference on Valorización Económica y Ecológica de los Servicios Ambientales (“Economic and Ecological Valuation of Environmental Services”) Universidad de Talca.  Chile; October 5-7, 2005. 

Swinton, S.M. “Long-term Dynamics of Poverty and Natural Resource Degradation.”  Invited presentation to ICRISAT Workshop on Changes, Livelihoods and Policy through Village Level Studies (VLS), Brown University.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 23-24, 2005.

Swinton, S.M., and B. Shiferaw. “Scope for Integrating NRM into African VLS.”  Invited presentation to ICRISAT Workshop on Changes, Livelihoods and Policy through Village Level Studies (VLS), Brown University.  Providence, Rhode Island; July 23-24, 2005.

Thornsbury, S. “Global Competition and Trends in the Fruit and Vegetable Industries.” Produce Marketing Conference, Empire State Fruit and Vegetable Expo.  Syracuse, New York; February 16, 2005.

Thornsbury, S. “Global Fruit and Vegetable Market Trends: Where are we going?” Agricultural Economics Department Seminar. Faculty of Agriculture, University of Belgrade.  Belgrade, Serbia; October 2005.

Thornsbury, S. “Graduate Programs at Michigan State University” Kiev Economics Institute Seminar.  Kiev, Ukraine; November 2005.

International Agency

Jayne, T. Presentation at USAID Training Conference on projecting future impacts of AIDS on the agricultural sectors of Africa.  Washington D.C.  December 13, 2005.

Jayne, T. “Effects of Government Marketing and Trade Policies on Wholesale Maize Market Prices in Kenya.” (co-authored by R. Myers and J. Nyoro, and presented by R. Myers) at World Bank Workshop on Poverty and Economic Growth.  Washington, D.C.; June 27, 2005.

Jayne, T. “Grain Markets, Food Aid and the Poor:  Lessons Learned and the Way Forward.” A Roundtable Discussion organized by USAID/Africa Bureau.  Washington, D.C.; August 15, 2005.

Jayne, T. “HIV/AIDS and the Agricultural Sector:  Strategies for Improving Resistance and Resilience.”  Invited Speaker Presentation at International Food Policy Research Institute.  Washington D.C.; March 2, 2005.

Jayne, T. “HIV/AIDS and the Agricultural Sector:  What Do We Know and What Do We Need to Know?”  Plenary presentation at the International Conference on HIV/AIDS, Food and Nutrition Security.  Durban, South Africa; April 14-16, 2005.

Jayne, T.  “HIV/AIDS and its Implications for Agricultural Policy.”  Presentation to Office of Global AIDS Committee.  USAID/Washington, USAID/Zambia, Lusaka; April 26, 2005.

Jayne, T. “HIV/AIDS and its Implications for Agricultural Policy.”  Presentation at USDA/CSREES Seminar Series, USDA.  Washington, D.C.; May 12, 2005.

Jayne, T. Co-organized with D. Byerlee, R. Myers and J. Anderson a World Bank-sponsored conference on “Managing Food Price Instability and Risk in Developing Countries, the World Bank.  Washington D.C.; February 28-March 1, 2005.

Jayne, T. “Strategy Options for Promoting Food and Input Market Development in Africa.” Presentation to UK government officials at Department for International Development.  London, England; July 1, 2005.

Jayne, T.  Co-organized MSU/FANRPAN/Rockefeller Foundation workshop “Toward Improved Regional Maize Trade Policies in the Southern Africa Region.”  Pretoria, South Africa; June 21-22, 2005.

Mwanaumo, A., H. Haantuba, P. Arlindo, D. Abdula, T.S. JAYNE, D. TSCHIRLEY, J. NIJHOFF, M.T. WEBER, C. DONOVAN, and J. STAATZ.  “Toward a Regional Framework for Effective Policy Responses to the Emerging Food Crisis in Southern Africa.”  FANRPAN 2005 Regional Multi-Stakeholder Public Policy Dialogue. Theme: Creating A Conducive Policy Environment For A Food Secure SADC.  October 4-7, 2005.

Donors

Peterson, H. C.  Multivac, major packaging equipment maker, Kansas City, August 16, 2005.

Staatz, J. “Building Long-Term Food Security while Managing a Food Crisis: Insights from Mali.” Presentation to USAID/Africa Bureau, Washington, DC. July 28, 2005.

Staatz, J. “Developing Local Food Security Plans in Mali.” Presentation to USAID in-House Development Teams, Bamako, Mali. December 9, 2005.

Staatz, J. “FS III Work to Support IEHA Pillar No. 3:  Promoting and Strengthening Community-Based Producer Organizations.” Presentation to USAID/Washington staff members, Michigan State University, January 12, 2005.

Staatz, J. “Food Security III Cooperative Agreement: Work Plan Review.” Presentation to USAID - EGAT, AFR, and DCHA, Washington, DC. March 2, 2005.

Staatz, J. “Helping Build Local Food Security Plans in Mali: Scope for Collaboration.” Presentation to USAID/Mali Development Partners, Bamako, Mali.

Staatz, J. “Links between Agricultural Growth and Child Malnutrition in Mali: Insights for Niger.” Presentation to USAID—EGAT, DCHA, OFDA, Washington, DC.  November 18, 2005.

Staatz, J. “Scope for Using Trade to Address the Food Emergency in Southern Africa.” Presentation to USAID-Africa Bureau, EGAT Bureau, DCHA, Washington, DC. November 17, 2005.

Swinton, S.M. “Economic and Environmental Assessment of NRM Impacts” Presentation to Workshop on Impacts of Natural Resource Management Investments in the Sahel, GTZ and USAID, Bonn, Germany, May 10, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D. Meet the New USAID Administrator and host a conference about International Ag. at MSU, PFID-F&V for potential partners, Managua, Nicaragua, January  24 – 27, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D. Partnerships for Food Industry Development – Fruits and Vegetables Retreat, Memphis, Tennessee, March 17-18, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D. Partnerships for Food Industry Development – Fruits and Vegetables Board Meeting, May 4-6, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D. Partnerships for Food Industry Development – Fruits and Vegetables Budget and Workplan meeting, Washington, D.C., April 25 – 27, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D.  Post Award Workshop, Rural Livelihood Diversified, “Partnerships for Food Industry Development – Fruits and Vegetables, Gaborone, Botswana, January 18-21, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D.  Respond to RFP for Nicaragua, Hosted a Second Conference for Potential Partners and met with USAID personnel concerning existing project. Nicaragua, April 17 – 21, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D.  Semi-Annual Board Meeting, Partnerships for Food Industry Development – Fruits and Vegetables, January  11, 2005.

Radio and Television Broadcasts

Staatz, J.  Participated with Gregory Barrow, Head of External Relations for the World Food Program (London) on a panel discussion of the Niger food crisis on “The Breakfast Club”, the flagship morning radio talk show in Jamaica.  November 30, 2005.

Other

Abatekassa, G.  “Growing Food System Economic Development, Research Issues and Contents for a Research Proposal.” South East Michigan Food Systems Economic Partnership (FSEP) research team.  March 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  Agri-entreprenurship education program, FSEP research team, May, 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  August customer service performance, MSU Product Center staff and collaborators, September 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  Contents of a draft research proposal submitted to MEDC, FSEP research team, July 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  Enhancing local food systems by increasing sales through food service outlets, FSEP research team, August 2005.

Abatekassa, G. Growing local food opportunities, contents of a research proposal submitted to NCR-SARE, FSEP research team, June 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  An introduction on new product development opportunities in the agri-food sector, FSEP leadership team, November 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  July customer service performance, MSU Product Center staff and collaborators, August 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  June customer service performance, MSU Product Center staff and collaborators, July 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  May customer service performance, MSU Product Center staff and collaborators, June 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  October customer service performance, MSU Product Center staff and collaborators, November 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  Regional food system database development, FSEP executive committee members, and research team, December 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  Research tool development for the FSEP, FSEP research team, April, 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  September customer service performance, MSU Product Center staff and collaborators, October 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  Short term and long term research agenda for the FSEP, FSEP research team, October 2005.

Abatekassa, G.  Short-term research issues for the FSEP, FSEP leadership team, October 2005.

Batie, S.S. “Agriculture” Sustainable Water Resources Roundtable: Workshop and Symposium on Research Needs. University of Michigan.  Ann Arbor, MI. April 5-6, 2005.

Batie, S.S.  “Policy Analysis: Key to Successful Integrated Assessment”  Special Workshop for Researchers and Policymakers on Integrated Assessment.  Ann Arbor, Michigan; October 12, 2005.  [PowerPoint presentation].

Bernsten, R, and S.M. SWINTON.  “Socio-economic Research on Beans in Latin America.”  Presentation to international conference on Regional Partnership to Enhance Bean/Cowpea Consumption and Production in Africa and Latin America.  Dakar, Senegal; September 12-16, 2005.

Beyea, W. “Continuing Education for Citizen Planners in Michigan,” CPP Advanced Academy, June 2005. 

Beyea, W. “Land Use issues in Rural Communities,” Radio Interview, Michigan Farm Radio Network, December 2005.

Beyea, W. “Transportation and Corridor Planning.” MSU Extension Fall Conference, E. Lansing, October 2005.

Donovan, C.  “Agriculture and HIV/AIDS: A primer on the dynamics with examples drawn from sub-Saharan Africa. Presentation made at the IFPRI Workshop: Agriculture and Health Linkages: Towards Improved Co-ordination.”  Washington, D.C., June 23-24, 2005.

Kabwe, S., A. Mwanaumo and C. DONOVAN.  “Preliminary Results from the FSRP/GART Magoye Ripper Study 2005.”  Presented at the Golden Valley Research Trust, along with collaborator David Samazaka of GART.  December 9, 2005.

Donovan, C. Training Modules on Incorporating Gender in Agricultural Research, Seasonality Issues in research design, and Formal and Informal Survey Methods (in Portuguese).  Training conducted for 8 new analysts for the Mozambican Institute for Agricultural Research.  April, 2005.

Horan, R.D., C. WOLF, and K. Matthews, Jr.  “Jointly-Determined Ecological Thresholds and Economic Trade-offs in Wildlife Disease Management: A case study of bovine tuberculosis in white-tailed deer.” Presented at the 2005 PREISM Workshop, Economic Research Service.  Washington, D.C.; October 20-21, 2005.

Loveridge, S. “Cross-Cutting Themes for Economic Development in Tuscola County.”  Section of Community Assessment Team Report to Community Leaders. 

Loveridge, S. “Regional Development Field.” Presentations to Ag. Economics External Review Panel and Graduate Advisory Panel.

Loveridge, S. and J. Bokemeier. “Time Preferences in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula: Preliminary Results of a National Research Initiative-Funded Telephone Survey.”  Ag. Economics Brown Bag. 

Bull, P, R.B. Peyton, and F. LUPI.  "Michigan Deer Hunters’ Response to Bovine TB in Deer."  Presented at 10th Annual Bovine Tuberculosis Conference, Henry Center.  East Lansing, Michigan; June 7, 2005.

Norris, P. “Citizen Planner Program Research.” Presented at 2005 Advanced Citizen Planner Academy.  East Lansing, Michigan; June 2005.

Norris, P. E. “Impact of Genesee County Land Banking Program on Local Property Values, Property Tax Revenues, and Redevelopment Opportunities.” Presented at The Future of Land Use in Michigan, 2005 Michigan Land Use Summit.  Lansing, Michigan; May 2005.

Norris, P. “Land Banking: New Land Policy Tool in Michigan.” Presented for Lunch and Learn Program, University Club.  East Lansing, Michigan; August 2005.

Norris, P. “Land Use and Land Policy Economics and Education.” Presented at Lenawee County Multi-Government Meeting.  Adrian, Michigan; September 2005.

Norris, P. “Legal Foundations of Planning and Zoning.”  Second course for St. Joseph County Citizen Planner Program.  Centreville, Michigan; (delayed to) March 2005.

Norris, P. State-level  Workshop organized. “Natural Resource Conservation: Plugging the Gap in Natural Resource Policy.” Workshop session organized for the 2005 Michigan Land Use Summit.  Lansing, Michigan; May 19, 2005.

Norris, P. “Right to Farm and Local Zoning for Agriculture.” Presented at Saginaw County Ag Familiarization Tour.  Freeland, Michigan; July 2005.

Norris, P. “Roles and Responsibilities Part I: The Planning Team and the Comprehensive Plan.” Third course for Ottawa,  St. Joseph, Branch County Citizen Planner Programs, West Olive, Michigan - January 2005; Centreville, Michigan - January 2005; Coldwater, Michigan - February 2005.

Norris, P. “Understanding Public Support for Farmland Preservation in Kent County, Michigan.” Presented at Grand Valley Metro Council Growing Communities Conference.  Grand Rapids, Michigan; June 2005.

Norris, P.  National workshop organized (for academic and state government representatives): “What’s Under the CAFO Radar Screen? Exploring Water Quality Concerns Related to Small and Mid-Size Animal Operations in the US.” (co-organizer with C. Abdalla, J. Pease, D. Parker and J. Pritchett).  Baltimore, Maryland; May 2-3, 2005.

Norris, P. “When Farmland Provides More Than Farming: Understanding Public Support for Farmland Preservation.” Presented at Food for Thought for the Hungry Mind, Mason.  Michigan; May 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  Organizer/Presenter, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Day, Frankenmuth, March 2, 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  Organizer/Presenter, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Day, Gaylord, March 24, 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  Organizer/Presenter, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Day, Grand Rapids, March 22, 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  “The Product Center’s First Annual Report.”  Testimony, State Senate Agriculture Committee, November 10, 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  “Preliminary Report on the Economic Status and Potential of Michigan’s Agri-Food System,” Testimony, Michigan Agricultural Commission, November 9, 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  “The Product Center’s First Annual Report,” Testimony, State House Agriculture Committee, October 18, 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  Organizer/Presenter, Road to Independence, Lansing, MI. November 22, 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  Organizer/Presenter, Road to Independence, Ubly, MI. November 29, 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  “Uncovering Key Strategic Issues,” Session Facilitator, The Governor’s Food Policy Council, Task Force D, November 4, 2005.

Peterson, H. C.  “The Upside of Globalization.”  Keynote speaker, Capital Area Farmers Annual Banquet, December 16, 2005.

Scorsone, E.  2005 Creating Collaborative Communities Conference hosted by Wayne State University, “Financing and Cost Allocation Issues in Intergovernmental Agreements” (November 2005)

Scorsone, E.  2005 Grey Panthers of Michigan Meeting, “The Taxpayer Bill of Rights Constitutional Amendment and Michigan” (November 2005)

Scorsone, E. 2005 Macomb County, Michigan Leadership Program, “The Evolution of Local Governments in Michigan” (October 2005)

Scorsone, E.  2005 Michigan Association of Townships, “Planning for Your Townships Capital Improvements” (150 participants; 3 sites) (December 2005)

Scorsone, E.  2005 Michigan Human Services Alliance, “The Impact of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights on Colorado.” October 2005.

Scorsone, E.  2005 Michigan Municipal Clerks Training “Service Provision and Intergovernmental Agreements in Michigan” (65 participants; 1 site) December 2005.

Scorsone, E.  2005 Michigan Municipal League Tax and Finance Committee, “The Current Fiscal Situation of Michigan Municipalities.” October 2005.

Scorsone, E.  2005 National Rural Health Association Annual Conference, “Return on Community Investment.” August 2005.

Scorsone, E.  2005 Southwest Michigan Fire Authority, “Financing Intergovernmental Ventures.” November 2005.

Scorsone, E.  2005 State Legislative Meeting, “Current Issues Facing Michigan Local Governments.” September 2005.

Scorsone, E.  2005 West Branch Water Authority, “Governing Structures for Intergovernmental Ventures.” September 2005.

Scorsone, E.  Association of Budgeting and Financial Management. “Looking for Explanations: The Relationship between Performance Based Budgeting and Government Expenditures”.  November 2005, Washington D.C.

Staatz, J.  Developed with David Wiley and Francie Todd, a PowerPoint presentation, “MSU in Africa: Alleviating Poverty, Building a Brighter Future” for use by the MSU Development Office with potential donors.

Staatz, J.  Interviewed by Los Angeles Times reporter for story on food crisis in Niger. August 12, 2005.

Staatz, J.  Interviewed by reporter for the Council on Foreign Relations on the food crisis in Niger.  Interview appeared on www.cfr.org  website. August 15, 2005.

Swinton, S., and F. Lupi.  “Ecosystem Services to Agriculture.”  NSF Workshop on Valuing Ecosystem Services from Agriculture.  Augusta, Michigan; October 27, 2005.

Weatherspoon, D.  Ross Beatty High School, Graduation Speaker.  May 27, 2005

Whipple, J.  “Lessons Learned from Successful Relationships.”  Developed for the Alliances, Partnerships and Collaborative Arrangements program for an executive training session at the Henry Center at MSU.  East Lansing, Michigan; April 2005.