An assessment of the effects of ENSO events on fresh vegetable and melon supplies Academic Article uri icon

abstract

  • The historical effects of El Nino/La Nina events on supplies of selected fresh vegetables and melons (Cucumis melo L.) were evaluated by estimating single-equation supply relationships. Economic variables in the estimated equations were, generally, of the correct sign and significant at usual levels. El Nino events had a negative and statistically significant effect on the Texas muskmelon, Florida fall squash [Praecitrullus fistulosus Stocks) Pang.] and the California fall lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) supply with expected production declines of 15%, 21%, and 5% relative to historical mean production. In contrast, the expected supplies of United States summer onions (Allium cepa L.) and Florida fall and winter tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) increased about 7%, 10%, and 25% during El Nino events. La Nina events had a negative and significant effect on Texas muskmelon, honeydew, and watermelon, with supplies expected to decline 20%, 29%, and 13% with the occurrence of this event.

published proceedings

  • HORTSCIENCE

author list (cited authors)

  • Park, J., Mjelde, J. W., Fuller, S. W., Malaga, J. E., Rosson, C. P., & Dainello, F. J.

citation count

  • 1

complete list of authors

  • Park, J||Mjelde, JW||Fuller, SW||Malaga, JE||Rosson, CP||Dainello, FJ

publication date

  • April 2002