Evaluating Multiple Economic Effects of Forage Development and Management

A multiple-effect approach is illustrated for evaluating the economic impact of a forage development and management project on a ranching enterprise. A nucleus project, such as an irrigated pasture, may result in a chain reaction of other potential adjustments in land use, animal husbandry, and resource management. The economic benefits illustrated are considerably greater than those usually associated with range and pasture projects because multiple effects that accrue within the total operation are considered. This is an important item for the ranch operator when making decisions on financing potential developments. Some broad guidelines are presented which are useful for evaluating economic aspects of land use, forage management and animal husbandry in conjunction with each other.This material was digitized as part of a cooperative project between the Society for Range Management and the University of Arizona Libraries.The Journal of Range Management archives are made available by the Society for Range Management and the University of Arizona Libraries. Contact lbry-journals@email.arizona.edu for further information.Migrated from OJS platform August 202