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Farmer perspectives on success and challenges : a study of small farms in Oregon's Willamette Valley

Creator:

Pool, Kristin E.

Abstract:

This thesis investigates the success of and challenges facing small farmers operating direct marketing farm businesses in Oregon's Willamette Valley. This qualitative study utilizes participatory methods to gain the unique perspectives of small farmers regarding their success and challenges. Small farms are important players in local food systems and ensuring...

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Masters Thesis

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Who's afraid of a little nitrate? : discovering impediments and incentives in following best management practices related to water quality within the southern Willamette Valley groundwater management area

Creator:

Rolston, Irene

Abstract:

Thesis summarizes interviews with growers residing within the Groundwater Management Area (GWMA) in the Southern Willamette Valley of Oregon. Informal and semi-structured interviews were used to identify perceived impediments and incentives perceived by local farmers in following best management practices related to water quality. Results from the interviews were coded...

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Masters Thesis

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....................101 Appendix B: GWMA Committee Members ..............................................103 Appendix C