Business environmental risk management : an introduction (2004)

Abstract

This publication defines risk, progressively focusing on farming-related risk as it pertains to business viability and the environment. Risk categories are introduced to help readers understand (1) whether a decision affects the environment, their business or both; (2) whether the effect is immediate or in the future; and (3) whether the best course of action is to reduce the likelihood of a problem or to minimize the adverse consequences of a problem. The publication describes various management alternatives intended to promote profitable production while minimizing environmental impact.