Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics
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.
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WHAT IS AGRICULTURAL AND APPLIED ECONOMICS?
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.
AAEC Fellowships and Internship available: Apply by June 16, 2025
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5 College Majors With Great Job Prospects
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