An M.S.U. Approach to Farming Systems Research
An M.S.U. Approach to Farming Systems Research

Author: Beverly Fleisher

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Published: 1981

Total Pages: 26

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Extract: Farming systems research (FSR), in its broadest sense, involves the application of the systems perspective to the study of a farm. The purposes of such research could vary from a broad understanding of system functions to understanding a narrow subset of particular interactions. Thus, it encompasses any research concerned with a farming subsystem or the whole farm system.

The Farming Systems Research Approach in the Agricultural Engineering Field
The Farming Systems Research Approach in the Agricultural Engineering Field

Author: Merle L. Esmay

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Published: 1981

Total Pages: 26

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Extract: This paper attempts to define and discuss Farming Systems Research (FSR) in a somewhat narrow sense as to how the MSU Task Force may be able to progress in a meaningful and practical manner. In the arena of agriculture and food production, in which Title XII is involved, there are basic requirements for professionals from four disciplines; (1) biology (2) physical technology, (3) economics and (4) sociology. The FSR approach is focused towards the farm family and the family farmer.

Farming Systems Research and Agricultural Economics
Farming Systems Research and Agricultural Economics

Author: Eric Winthrop Crawford

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Published: 1981

Total Pages: 34

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Extract: This paper sets forth a preliminary understanding of farming systems research (FSR), how it relates to other types of research and problem-solving activities in associated disciplines, and how the involvement of other disciplines would contribute to the work of each profession involved in FSR.

Farming Systems Research and Agricultural Engineering
Farming Systems Research and Agricultural Engineering

Author: Robert H. Wilkinson

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Published: 1981

Total Pages: 30

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Extract: I argue that the fundamental and primary objective of F.S.R. is (or should be) to increase (world) food availability and agricultural production and to develop or use resources in a manner that will promote a "better" standard of living, (as this concept is generally understood) for all mankind.

Farming Systems Position Paper
Farming Systems Position Paper

Author: Albert Marchant Pearson

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Published: 1981

Total Pages: 26

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Extract: A farming system is defined as a human group and the resources and environment that it manages in producing plant and/or animal products to meet its direct or perceived needs for sustenance and quality of life. Farming Systems Research may be defined as a systematic analysis of farming systems, including their similarities and dissimilarities. The purpose of farming systems research is to study farms with similar and/or different environments, crops and/or animals and production practices to see how they meet demands for perceived human needs and quality of life.