Entira periodically organizes multi-client studies on topics of broad and enduring industry interest. Sponsors receive information worth hundreds of thousands of dollars at a fraction of the cost. Before each study begins, sponsors have an opportunity to tailor the study to their special interests.

NEW! At a Crossroads: Understanding Precision Agriculture's Pivotal Role for the Ag Value Chain 2015-2020
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Food and Agriculture is in the midst of a transformative period of technology adoption. How will your business capture the benefits of a new technology paradigm? Or are you at risk for losing a market opportunity? Precision agriculture and mainstream technology is rapidly changing production, transportation, processing, and merchandising. In an age of instant and open access to information and mis-information, the consumer demands immediate accountability. Entira is bringing together technology leaders, key food and ag players, and producers to deliver a comprehensive examination of the current benefits and gaps in ag technology.

Subscribers throughout the value chain will benefit as Entira utilizes a perspective to bring a fresh and custom view to each unique player. This study is expected to be an invaluable yet affordable way to insert objectivity regarding the technology component of your business strategy. The study will also include two major facilitated workshop events for education and networking.

Implications of the 2007 Farm Bill: An Entira Multi-Client Study
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How will changes to revenue and payment programs under the commodity title affect crops planted and inputs used? How will support for biofuels in the new farm bill affect the decisions farmers make? How will a replacement for the Milk Price Support Program affect dairy farmers? What impact will changes in the 2007 farm bill have on crop and livestock production, energy and conservation? What opportunities and threats will emerge for companies who provide crop inputs, feed, financing, insurance, equipment, marketing services and more to America’s farmers? A new study from Entira will answer these questions and more based on input directly from the farmers affected. Enroll by September 28 to get the answers you need to capitalize on the effects of policy changes.

Feed, Seed and Fuel: How Biofuel Co-Product Streams Will Redefine the Future of Ag Markets
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Much attention has been paid to the rapid growth of biofuel production and capacity. But what about the effect of co-products? Co-products from biofuel production will have a major impact on feed manufacturers, feed consumers, seed producers and biofuels facilities in the next decade. For example, in the next four years, the amount of soybean meal produced as a byproduct of biodiesel is projected to be more than 40% of last year's total US domestic use. What effect will this have on price, demand and profitability? The magnitude of change is even greater with ethanol. How will rations change as a result of co-product changes? What additional needs and market opportunities will this create? This study is designed to answer these questions and many more based on research with livestock feeders, biofuel producers and industry experts. Subscribe by October to customize the study to meet your needs. Results will be presented in January 2007. Read the prospectus for details.

Inside the Mega-Dairy: Management Strategy and Decision-Making Structure
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Using quantitative and qualitative surveys with more than 150 key mega-dairy decision-makers, this study will provide new perspectives on how to approach and capitalize on the rapidly expanding mega-dairy market segment. Currently, only about 1,200 large dairy operations produce about one-third of the milk in the U.S. These businesses are huge consumers of feed, seed, veterinary supplies and services, equipment, financial services and other farm inputs. Owners of mega-dairies have very different business viewpoints than traditional, smaller dairy farmers. This study will analyze what mega-dairies need, how they buy, who makes the buying decisions and how they evaluate suppliers. The study will be completed by October 2005.

Contract Production of Major Crops: Status and Prospects for the Future
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Conducted in conjunction with Informa Economics, Inc. (formerly the Sparks Companies, Inc.) As the market for grains with unique characteristics continues to expand, contract production needs will grow and change. However, a lack of detailed information about contracting options, perceptions and models can limit further expansion of this practice. The study addresses this need by providing a comprehensive view of the U.S. grain contracting business and its strategic implications for food and agribusiness firms. The study will be completed by May 2005.