The Great Lakes Tart Cherry Industry (Classic Reprint): Production Costs

Understand tart cherry economics at a glance: costs, yields, and what it takes to break even.This practical study analyzes how growing and harvesting tart cherries translate into per-pound costs across major Great Lakes states. It explains why labor and equipment choices matter, how yields drive expenses, and where mechanical harvesting fits into today’s farm economics. The book emphasizes real-world figures and scenarios to help growers compare costs and returns.How growing, harvesting, and equipment decisions impact total costs per pound.How yield levels influence break-even prices and profitability.Regional patterns in costs, labor, and farm organization across Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.Factors like soil, air drainage, and housing labor to understand site limits on expansion.Ideal for readers planning tart cherry production or evaluating market potential, this edition offers clear, data-driven guidance on production costs and returns. Read more