An economic analysis of Midland Bermudagrass establishment on West Texas stock farms

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to evaluate Midland Bermuda as an alternative cash crop for West Texas producers. The more specific objectives of the study are to: (1) determine alternative methods of sprigging Midland Bermuda; (2) prepare budgets on the establlsh- RMsnt, maintenance, and cost requirements of Midland Bermuda; (3) determine the maintenance and other economic problems of the enterprise which affect costs; <4) evaluate cost and return data of the enterprise; and (5) determine Midland Bermuda's competitiveness with other study area enterprises for available production factors.