Located at Mississippi State University in Mississippi State, MS, the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics serves as a vital component of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station. This department focuses on applying economic principles to tackle complex issues facing agriculture, natural resources, and rural communities. It offers rigorous academic programs, conducts impactful research, and engages in dedicated outreach, providing students with a robust understanding of economic theory and quantitative methods. The department prepares graduates to analyze and address real-world challenges, promoting sustainable development and economic prosperity in a changing world. Its curriculum spans traditional agricultural economics alongside environmental and resource economics, preparing students for varied professional paths.
View Agricultural and Resource EconomicsMississippi State University (MSU) is a public land-grant research university located in Starkville, Mississippi. Founded in 1878 as the Mississippi Agricultural & Mechanical College, MSU is the state's oldest and largest university. MSU is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very High Research Activity" and has a total research and development budget of $239.4 million, the largest in Mississippi.