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An economic analysis of ocean freight rates for Lower Columbia River exports

Creator:: Clement, David A.
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF David A. Clement for the degree of

An economic analysis of wheat import demand in South Korea with emphasis on the demand for White Wheat from the U.S.

Creator:: Wagenblast, David E.
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF David E. Wagenblast for the degree

Determinants of international grain freight rates revisited : the impacts of port facility characteristics

Creator:: Zobrist, Daniel H.
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Characteristics Abstract approved: > Michael V. Martin Approximately 198 million metric tons of export

The Japanese beef market in a disequilibrium econometrics framework : implications for the U.S. - Japan beef market access agreement

Creator:: Anteneh, Berhanu
Abstract:: The success of the U.S. government in persuading Japan to liberalize the beef market is viewed as a relief to the U.S. beef industry. The economic benefit (to the U.S. beef producers!) of the trade liberalization however is yet to be seen. The size of this benefit is determined, among...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Market Access Agreement. Abstract Approved by: Mike V. Martin The success of the U.S. government in

The impact of maritime user fees on Pacific Northwest wheat transportation : a network programming approach

Creator:: Lubis, Rusdian
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: APPROACH Abstract approved : Dr. Michael V. Martin This study analyzes the likely impact of both

Price elasticities in commodity trade models and external trade statistics

Creator:: Emami, Ali
Abstract:: The purpose of this study is to investigate the role of the source of the external trade statistics in measuring the price responsiveness of foreign demands and relative price competitiveness of the major exporting countries in trade of agricultural commodities in international markets. In particular, the papers included in this...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Elastcities in Commodity Trade Models and External Trade Statistics Abstract approved Michael V. Martin The

Valuing nonmarket goods and services : a test for bias in the iterated referendum-contingent valuation format

Creator:: McLeod, Donald M.
Abstract:: Contingent valuation has been used to elicit values for changes in the quantity and quality of nonmarket amenities. Yet hypothetically trading dollars for environmental improvements is not a familiar activity for most survey respondents. A variety of response effects associated with survey collected data can potentially lead to biased contingent...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Abstract approved: Dr. David Ervin Contingent valuation has been used to elicit values for changes in the

Temporal price relationships in cash forward and futures markets for white wheat

Creator:: Sanguanruang, Santisuk
Abstract:: Forward pricing is a marketing tool available to Pacific Northwest white wheat growers for reducing price risk. The cash forward contract is the traditional pricing mechanism used for this purpose. In September 1984, another option for forward pricing was made available through the introduction of a new futures market for...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . I also wish to thank Dr. Richard M. Adams and Dr. Michael V. Martin for their helpful comments and

A policy preference function analysis of the forest sector in the Cote d'Ivoire

Creator:: Yapi, Atse
Abstract:: The main objective of this study was to offer an alternative methodology for forest sector modeling in developing economies. To this effect, a policy preference function was developed and estimated using data from the forest sector of the Cote d'Ivoire. The justification for this alternative framework for forest sector analysis...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . David J. Brooks, Dr. Larry S. Lev, Dr. Michael V. Martin, and my graduate representative, Dr. James W

The value of public open space : an hedonic price approach

Creator:: Knoder, Erik
Abstract:: Public open spaces provide many benefits to individuals and society. Many of the services they provide; such as recreation, enjoyment of nature, and improving water quality; are non-exclusive and nonrival in consumption. The "public good" nature of open space services inhibits the formation of a market for open space areas....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Value of Public Open Space: An Hedonic Price Approach. Abstract approved: David E. Ervin Public open

Risk modeling using direct solution of expected utility maximization problems

Creator:: Lambert, David K.
Abstract:: A model of agricultural decision making is developed and tested in this thesis. The expected value of utility evaluated under alternative outcomes is directly maximized in a nonlinear programming model. Two features of the model distinguished it from traditional risk programming models. First, alternative attitudes towards the assumption of risk...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF David Ic. Lajbert for the degree

The willingness of Central Oregon irrigators to donate water rights to augment Deschutes River flow

Creator:: Barkley, David, 1972-
Abstract:: This study used contingent valuation techniques to estimate the willingness of central Oregon Irrigators to donate a portion of their water rights to increase Deschutes River flow. This study was different from previous contingent valuation studies in that it used water rights as the payment vehicles instead of dollars -...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF David Barkley for the degree of

The economic feasibility of soybean production in Oregon

Creator:: Holst, David
Abstract:: Commercial production of soybeans in Oregon has been limited. In 1977, less than 1,500 acres were grown, primarily in the Columbia Basin area. However, interest in soybeans as a possible "new crop" for Oregon has arisen because of the (1) recent strong soybean price, (2) the high cost of transporting...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF DAVID LEE HOLST for the MASTER OF

An opportunity cost approach to land preservation in the Oregon Coast Range

Creator:: Aliski, Leon David
Abstract:: This study estimates a range of opportunity costs associated with three land management alternatives for a site in the Oregon Coast Range. A 35,000 acre site was selected which includes a mix of federal and private land ownership and provides significant biological resources. The first alternative examines a plan for...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: An Abstract of the Thesis of Leon David Aliski for the degree

Managing the spatial configuration of land : the economics of land use and habitat fragmentation

Creator:: Lewis, David James
Abstract:: Habitat fragmentation has been widely studied in the biological literature and is considered a primary threat to biodiversity. However, there has been little research on land-use policies to reduce fragmentation. This dissertation focuses on two major research issues related to fragmentation policies. First, I develop an analytical model to analyze...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: David J. Lewis for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in

Analysis of the international demand for Brazil nuts

Creator:: Paez, Paulo Brasil
Abstract:: The basic objective of this investigation was to identify and to examine factors determining the volume of imports of inshell and shelled Brazil nuts in major importing countries: the United States, the Federal Republic of Germany and the United Kingdom. The approach followed involved the construction and analysis of an...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Stan F. Miller, Michael V. Marti-n, Richard S. Johnston and Robert 0. McMahon who served on my

Using valuation functions to estimate changes in the quality of a recreational experience : elk hunting in Oregon

Creator:: Fried, Brett M.
Abstract:: Public agencies need information on the value of recreational activities to assist in managing fish and wildlife species. Over the past two decades economists have developed and applied techniques to measure the value of such non-marketed commodities. The contingent valuation method (CVM) is one technique used by economists to measure...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: data sets and for starting me on the road towards the preparation of my thesis; Dr. David Ervin and

The economics of spatial choice and displacement: case study of the Oregon bottom trawl groundfish fishery

Creator:: Valcic, Branka
Abstract:: To increase the knowledge needed to successfully implement the ecosystem-based approach to fishery management, this dissertation investigates important issues within the economics of choice and the economics of displacement. In particular, a discrete choice model of the fishing location decision in the Newport, Oregon bottom trawl groundfish fishery is estimated...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: choice modeling and testing, and to Dr. David Sampson for sharing his knowledge about the groundfish

The economic impacts of sagebrush steppe wildfires on an eastern Oregon ranch

Creator:: Maher, Anna T.
Abstract:: The relative success of restoration practices on cheatgrass infested sagebrush steppe lands in the Great Basin can affect the probability of crossing an ecological threshold and have economic effects on cattle ranches using federal rangelands. Cheatgrass invasion implies an increase in the risk of fire, which in turn increases the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: for me. Finally, I would like to thank Dr. David A. Pyke, Dr. Neil Rimbey, and my graduate

Predicting the impacts on residential property values from changes in water quality

Creator:: Doverspike, Mark Steven
Abstract:: Eutrophication is the accelerated aging process of a lake which generally decreases the water quality in terms of aesthetic and recreational uses. At Liberty Lake, near Spokane, Washington, eutrophication has become a problem. Many individuals and agencies are interested in the benefits that occur when the lake's water quality has...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: and direction in my academic program and this work. Graduate committee members -- Dr. David R

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An economic analysis of ocean freight rates for Lower Columbia River exports

An economic analysis of wheat import demand in South Korea with emphasis on the demand for White Wheat from the U.S.

Determinants of international grain freight rates revisited : the impacts of port facility characteristics

The Japanese beef market in a disequilibrium econometrics framework : implications for the U.S. - Japan beef market access agreement

The impact of maritime user fees on Pacific Northwest wheat transportation : a network programming approach

Price elasticities in commodity trade models and external trade statistics

Valuing nonmarket goods and services : a test for bias in the iterated referendum-contingent valuation format

Temporal price relationships in cash forward and futures markets for white wheat

A policy preference function analysis of the forest sector in the Cote d'Ivoire

The value of public open space : an hedonic price approach

Risk modeling using direct solution of expected utility maximization problems

The willingness of Central Oregon irrigators to donate water rights to augment Deschutes River flow

The economic feasibility of soybean production in Oregon

An opportunity cost approach to land preservation in the Oregon Coast Range

Managing the spatial configuration of land : the economics of land use and habitat fragmentation

Analysis of the international demand for Brazil nuts

Using valuation functions to estimate changes in the quality of a recreational experience : elk hunting in Oregon

The economics of spatial choice and displacement: case study of the Oregon bottom trawl groundfish fishery

The economic impacts of sagebrush steppe wildfires on an eastern Oregon ranch

Predicting the impacts on residential property values from changes in water quality

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