Date of Award
8-2023
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Applied Economics
Committee Chair(s)
Ryan Larsen
Committee
Ryan Larsen
Committee
Ryan Feuz
Committee
Ruby Ward
Committee
Jacob Hadfield
Abstract
Small-scale agriculture production has increased in Utah. Utah has lost much of its farmable land due to increased development. The increased development and influx of people has increased the demand for food supply, resulting in many beginning to producing their own food. This increase in individuals producing their own food has inherently increased the number of micro farms within Utah. This increase in the number of small-scale operations has left many wondering if these operations are both profitable and worth the effort it takes to operate them. As such, this paper will analyze the budget for three activities: (1) raising a steer for beef, (2) maintaining chickens for eggs, and (3) producing a garden full of mixed vegetables.
Recommended Citation
Nelson, Amanda, "Understanding Profitability of Small-Scale Agriculture in Utah" (2023). All Graduate Plan B and other Reports, Spring 1920 to Spring 2023. 1741.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/gradreports/1741
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