Division of Applied Social Sciences (MU)
The Division of Applied Social Sciences (DASS) is one of six academic units within the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR). DASS is home to the following academic program areas: Agricultural Economics; Agricultural Education; Agricultural Journalism; Rural Sociology. In addition, DASS houses several centers, institutes and programs in Research and Extension. Our division's purpose is to develop and empower decision makers who can manage the global food and natural resource systems and lead rural communities. Our mission is to be the leading institution in outreach-driven education and research that integrates science-based information into public and private decision making.
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A decision model to evaluate cattle feeding alternatives
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1970)"Objective: The major objective of this study is to provide a computer model to be used in evaluating alternative cattle feeding programs. The model is consistent with the goal of maximizing profit over a specified period ... -
An analysis of the income averaging provision of the Tax Reform Act of 1969
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1975)"Objectives of the study: The principle objectives of this study are: (1) To trace the evolution of the income averaging law from its beginning, in 1939, to the present. (2) To explain the practical application of income ... -
The spread of intangible cultural heritage in the rural agricultural environment of modern China under the epidemic economic environment
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)In the rural agricultural environment, intangible cultural heritage has proved to be a resilient and essential component of community identity and well-being, especially in the face of the challenges posed by the epidemic ... -
Studying the impact of green human resource management practices on sustainable workforce : the integration of employee engagement with organizational culture
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)In an era marked by growing environmental concerns, the adoption of Green Human Resource Management (HRM) practices has gained substantial attention as a driver of sustainable organizational growth. This research study ... -
Rice import policy : assessing the income of farmers from agriculture in Indonesia
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)The amelioration of farmers' well-being constitutes a pivotal concern on a global scale, necessitating the conscientious attention of seasoned regulatory authorities and recent scholarly investigations. This article thus ... -
Exploring the association between green innovation, leadership and environmental performance : mediation of green self-efficacy
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)The persistent escalation of emissions emanating from the manufacturing industry gives rise to inefficiencies in environmental sustainability. This underscores the imperative incorporation of green technological innovation ... -
The impact of sustainable finance and agriculture growth on poverty alleviation : the role of digital agriculture in Vietnam
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)The challenges posed by high population and poverty levels require the focused attention of researchers and policymakers. This article examines the effects of sustainable finance, agricultural growth, and digital agriculture ... -
The role of the digital economy, business synergy, and trade policies on global economic prosperity in India and China
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)The necessity of addressing global economic prosperity has garnered significant attention from recent studies and policymakers. This article analyses the effects of the digital economy, business synergies, and trade policies ... -
Food values, personality traits, and attitudes towards genetically modified food in Norway and the United States
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)We explored the effects of personality traits and subjective beliefs on willingness to pay (WTP) to avoid genetically modified (GM) foods using a random effects interval regression model. The personality traits were measured ... -
An investigation into the factors of tourists' environmentally responsible behaviour
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)The objective of this study was to evaluate the determinants that impact the environmentally responsible conduct of tourists within tourist destinations. The study focused on various factors, such as the level of environmental ... -
Energy consumption and environmental degradation in Iraq : the role of renewables, electricity, fossil fuels, and natural resources
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)The present research explores the impact of various factors, including electrical energy consumption, fossil fuel energy, renewable energy consumption, and natural resource sufficiency, on environmental degradation in Iraq, ... -
Investment in coffee farming based on community encouragement
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)The primary objective of the study conducted in the Kintamani District of Bali was to evaluate the economic viability and financial feasibility of engaging in Arabica coffee cultivation. Additionally, the research sought ... -
Identifying the role played by climate change in agricultural productivity : evidence from Iraq
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)This research focuses on examining the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity (AP) in Iraq, considering factors such as CO2 emissions (EQ), average rainfall (RAIN), temperature (TEMP), arable area (AA), ... -
Fresh fruit supply based on market competition model : empirical evidence from 14 cities in Guangxi, China
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)This research investigates the competitive dynamics in the fruit industry across 14 cities in Guangxi, China, from 2012 to 2021. The study utilises the Boston Matrix market competition model, which emphasises two crucial ... -
Sustainable economic growth in Iraq : role of industrialization, deforestation, trade, employment, technology, and agriculture
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)In the present study, the sustainable economic growth of Iraq is evaluated by analyzing six key explanatory variables, namely industrialization, deforestation, trade, employment, and agricultural expansion, which is measured ... -
The role of rice cultivation techniques, farm management and natural resources on agricultural development in Indonesia : moderating role of government support
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)Agricultural development is crucial for global economic growth and warrants the researcher's attention. This article examines the influence of rice cultivation techniques, farm management, and natural resources on agricultural ... -
Factors affecting sustainable agriculture in Iraq : evidence from employment, CPI, rents, and policies
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)This research examines the current state of sustainable agricultural development in Iraq and explores its association with various factors. Data were obtained from reputable sources such as the World Bank Database, and ... -
U.S. adult attitudes about biotechnology and risk aversion to gene editing
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)While attitudes toward genetically modified (GM) foods have a long study history, there is still much to learn about U.S. adults’ attitudes toward gene edited (GnEd) food. We combine results from two online surveys; one ... -
Fostering employee pro-environmental behavior : the role of green commitment as a mediator in the context of green management practices
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2023)This study endeavour sought to furnish empirical substantiation pertaining to the determinants influencing pro-environmental behaviour (EPB) among employees, incorporating the mediating influence of green commitment (GC) ... -
Risk reduction in financing large swine confinement systems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1977)"The objectives of this study are: (1) To compare selected loan lengths and the resulting impact on a swine confinement system. (2) To observe the effects of different leverage ratios on a swine confinement system. (3) To ...