Introduction to Agribusiness

Introduction to AgribusinessIntroduction to Agribusiness is another in a series of Just the Facts (JTF) textbooks created by the National Agricultural Institute a new approach to textbooks. Content presents only essential knowledge enhanced by complementary PowerPoint presentations and websites through QR codes or URLs. The textbook contains 33 chapters and a glossary. Topics include: careers in agriculture; introduction to economic principles; costs, revenues and profits;

Introduction to Agribusiness is another in a series of Just the Facts (JTF) textbooks created by the National Agricultural Institute - a new approach to textbooks. Content presents only essential knowledge enhanced by complementary PowerPoint presentations and websites through QR codes or URLs. The textbook contains 33 chapters and a glossary. Topics include: careers in agriculture; introduction to economic principles; costs, revenues and profits; diversification and specialization; combination of enterprises; managing risk; agribusiness management; proprietorships, partnerships and corporations; decision making; recordkeeping and accounting; spreadsheets; inventory and depreciation; financial planning and analysis; role and sources of credit; marketing strategies; hedging and speculation; market planning; trading in international markets; agricultural cooperatives; selling; taxation and insurance; purchasing options; agricultural law; safety in agribusiness operation; and government agencies and services.