ISSN:
1432-0495
Keywords:
Nitrogen fertilizer
;
Application timing
;
Production risk
;
Cotton
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Geosciences
Notes:
Abstract This paper is concerned with a farmer's decision on the timing of nitrogen fertilizer application. Analytical models are developed to determine the necessary conditions for the optimal timing of the application of nitrogen fertilizer. The models, coupled with an estimated cotton yield function, are used to assess a farmer's decision on the optimal application timing of nitrogen fertilizer in cotton production. The empirical results explain various observed application timings of nitrogen fertilizer being used in cotton production in Mississippi, USA, and provide an estimate of the cost to a farmer when he or she must comply with a restriction on the timing of the application of nitrogen fertilizer.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00768076
