About Department
An applied field of economics that studies how societies use resources in the production, marketing, and consumption of food and fiber products,
Research Areas 1. Agricultural Marketing and Trade 2. Farm Management and Production Economics 3. Agricultural Policy and Development 4. Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation 5. Environmental and Resource Economics 6. Agricultural Finance and Insurance
Career Opportunities 1. Agricultural Economist: Working with government agencies, research institutions, or private companies to analyze agricultural markets, policies, and development programs. 2. Farm Manager: Managing farm operations, including production planning, resource allocation, and marketing. 3. Rural Development Specialist: Designing and implementing programs to improve rural livelihoods and reduce poverty. 4. Agricultural Policy Analyst: Analyzing and evaluating the impact of government policies on agricultural growth and rural development. 5. Research Scientist: Conducting research in agricultural economics, publishing papers, and presenting findings at conferences.