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Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics

Can solar power and farmland co-exist? We take a closer look.

“Our research shows just how limited and how valuable the right land for solar development really is.” Michael Cary, research assistant professor

A map of the large-scale solar capture sites the team looked at and their level of visibility from nearby properties. Graphic courtesy of Zhenshan Chen.

Solar panel fields. Photo courtesy of Adobe Stock.

Agricultural and applied economics applies economic principles to food and fiber production, natural resource management, community and regional economic development, environmental policy, and international trade.

students jumping at graduation

5 College Majors With Great Job Prospects

We are thrilled to have Applied Economics and Management as one of the top 5! Read the full U.S. News & World Report article

AAEC and the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences are hiring!

Check out all the opportunities available here!