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Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service and Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth)
Abstract:: The debate surrounding Measure 27, to require labeling of genetically modified (GM) foods sold or distributed in or from Oregon, encompasses many aspects of an important and complex topic. At one level, questions are raised about the benefits and potential risks of GM foods.
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth) and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: Encouraged by successes such as pollution trading and fishery catch-shares, “markets for ecosystem services” (MES) are being promoted to foster conservation. In many cases, however, conditions do not exist for successful use of MES, and costly taxpayer-funded payment schemes could deplete fiscal resources and compete with schools and public safety.
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service and Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth)
Abstract:: Measure 37 imposes an enormous burden on government. It asks government to know the unknowable: what would the world look like if a particular land use regulation had not been enacted or enforced? And, how would land prices in that alternative world compare to land prices in the real world?...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service and Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth)
Abstract:: In order to understand the economics of the 2001 irrigation curtailment in the Upper Klamath Basin, and the prospects for lower-cost solutions to future irrigation shortfalls, one must appreciate just how much the economic value of irrigation water varies from one piece of land to another throughout the Upper Basin....
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service and Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth)
Abstract:: The conflict over water allocation in the Upper Klamath Basin encompasses many important, complex, and difficult questions. One aspect of the situation, energy pricing, has come under increased scrutiny in connection with relicensing of the Klamath River hydropower operations, which is scheduled to take effect in 2006.
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth) and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: Since publication of the Oregon State University–University of California report on Klamath Basin water allocation,1 the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) and Klamath Water Users Association (KWUA) initiated a pilot project to compensate growers who agree to withhold irrigation from 12,000 acres of Project lands. This “Pilot Water Bank,” in place...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth) and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: An economist's report presenting research-based data on Oregon state tax levels and affected public services with an interpretation of data presented, as a resource for the public regarding Measures 66 & 67.
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth), Cross, Robin M., Egelkraut, Thorsten Michael, 1974-, and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: Published June 2007. Reviewed January 2015. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth), Plantinga, Andrew J., and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: "This study examines the ways in which land-use regulations in general and Oregon's land-use planning system in particular may affect property values. The study is focused on Oregon, but it is framed within the broader context of research in economics. Our analysis of Oregon land value data finds no evidence...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Creator:: Jaeger, William K. (William Kenneth) and Plantinga, Andrew J.
Abstract:: This study examines the ways in which land-use regulations in general and Oregon’s land-use planning system in particular may affect property values. The study is focused on Oregon, but it is framed within the broader context of research in economics. Our analysis of Oregon land value data finds no evidence...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

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