1990-06 PAER

June 15, 1990

  • Land Values Increase, But at a Slower Pace
  • Impact of Ractopamine use on Hog Slaughter Weights, Feeding Period, and Returns with a Lean-Value Pricing System
  • U.S. Farmers’ Agricultural and Trade Policy Preferences
  • Indiana Farm Operators Evaluate Community Services, Facilities, and Economic Conditions

Articles in this Publication:

Land Values Increase, But at Slower Pace

Indiana Farm Operators Evaluate Community Services, Facilities, and Economic Conditions

U.S. Farmers’ Agricultural and Trade Policy Preferences

Impact of Ractopamine Use on Hog Slaughter Weights, Feeding Period, and Returns with a Lean-Value Pricing System

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