Examples such as BST given to cows to produce more milk and substances that enhance the fruits and vegetables and give them longer shelf life are given. Moving disease-resistance genes into crop plants reducing the need for pesticides resistant to insects is discussed. Ethical and public values on biotechnology are examined. This is the first part of four seminars given at the NABC 5 Conference held at Purdue University on June 2-5, 1993. Funded by a Crossroads 1990 grant.
Data allows a farm operator to do comparative analysis to Indiana farm businesses.
A balanced approach of theory and application necessary for farmers to make competitive business decisions. How to prepare farm records for financial review is demonstrated. The individual farm analysis is explained and compared to the group average.