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The Variable-Rate Input Application Decision for Multiple Inputs with Interactions

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  • Roberts, Roland K.
  • English, Burton C.
  • Larson, James A.

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Research has evaluated the relative profitability of variable-rate (VRT) versus uniform-rate (URT) application of a single input in fields with multiple management zones. This study addresses map-based VRT decisions for multiple inputs in fields with multiple management zones. The decision-making framework is illustrated for nitrogen and water applied to irrigated cotton in fields with three management zones. Results suggest traditional methods of determining VRT application of a single input may by suboptimal if interactions exist among VRT inputs and URT inputs. Implications are that a systems approach to multiple-input VRT decisions can produce increased net returns to VRT.

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  • Roberts, Roland K. & English, Burton C. & Larson, James A., 2006. "The Variable-Rate Input Application Decision for Multiple Inputs with Interactions," Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Western Agricultural Economics Association, vol. 31(2), pages 1-23, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:jlaare:8616
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.8616
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    1. Babcock, Bruce A. & Pautsch, Gregory R., 1998. "Moving From Uniform To Variable Fertilizer Rates On Iowa Corn: Effects On Rates And Returns," Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Western Agricultural Economics Association, vol. 23(2), pages 1-16, December.
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