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Factors Influencing Southern Dairy Farmers' Choice Of Milk Handlers

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  • Misra, Sukant K.
  • Carley, Dale H.
  • Fletcher, Stanley M.

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Survey data of 2,538 dairy farmers located in 12 southern states were used to analyze the factors influencing farmers' choice of milk handlers. Results from a qualitative response model indicate that a combination of price and non-price factors contribute to dairy farmers' attitudes toward their milk handlers. Specifically, the decision to change milk handlers was significantly influenced by prices paid and deductions charged. However, non-price factors including field services, friendly personnel, and loyalty to a handler contributed to the longer term affiliation of dairy farmers with their milk handlers.

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  • Misra, Sukant K. & Carley, Dale H. & Fletcher, Stanley M., 1993. "Factors Influencing Southern Dairy Farmers' Choice Of Milk Handlers," Journal of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Southern Agricultural Economics Association, vol. 25(1), pages 1-11, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:joaaec:15210
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.15210
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