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University of California studies cost of producing small grains and winter forage for silage in the San Joaquin Valley
Davis, California
June 18, 2004

A new study examining the cost of producing small grain silage in the southern San Joaquin Valley and a study examining the cost of producing winter forage for silage in the northern San Joaquin Valley are now available from the University of California Cooperative Extension.

Each analysis is based upon a hypothetical farm using practices common in the region. Input and reviews were provided by farm advisors, researchers, growers, farm accountants, pest control advisers, consultants and other agricultural associates. The study describes the assumptions used to identify current costs for individual producers, material inputs, cash and non-cash overhead. A ranging analysis table shows profits over a range of prices and yields. Other tables show the monthly cash costs, the costs and returns per acre, hourly equipment costs, and the whole farm annual equipment, investment and business overhead costs.

The studies -- Sample Costs to Produce Small Grain Silage and Sample Costs to Produce Winter Forage (for Silage) -- were prepared by UC Cooperative Extension farm advisors Brian Marsh, Kern County; Steven Wright, Tulare County; Carol Collar, Kings County; Ron Vargas, Madera County; Michael Canevari, San Joaquin County; Marsha Campbell-Mathews, Stanislaus County; UCCE specialist Karen Klonsky and UC research associate Richard De Moura, UC Davis.

The studies are available at the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics' Web site, http://coststudies.ucdavis.edu, or by calling (530) 752-4424, or from the local UCCE office. Written requests may be sent to the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of California, One Shields Avenue, Davis  CA 95616.  

Similar cost of production reports for many commodities from 1931 to present are available. Those not on the Web site may be requested at the above address or phone number. A $3 handling fee is charged for all printed reports.

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