Agricultural and Applied Economics (AAEC)
Inspired by the land-grant mission to teach, conduct research, and share findings, the Virginia Tech Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics exemplifies the University's motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve). Actively pursuing these tenants, faculty and students serve each other, Virginia industry and government, as well as the global community. We invite you to join AAEC as we solve today's economic problems and champion tomorrow's leaders.
Experientially-focused undergraduate program and graduate program with both M.S. and Ph.D. tracks that emphasize solving world-relevant issues.
Undergraduate and graduate research that tackles today's agribusiness, environmental, food and health, development, and trade challenges.
Extension programs that help meet economic, infrastructural, and educational needs of Virginia residents through education and collaboration.
AAEC Undergraduate Program
AAEC Graduate Program
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VT Ag Econ Contacts
Matthew Holt
Department Head
540-231-2609
Mike Ellerbrock
Undergraduate Director
Klaus Moeltner
Gradaute Director
Katie White
Undergraduate Advisor
540-231-6846
katiewhite@vt.edu
Normand Adams
Graduate Coordinator
nadams10@vt.edu
Jim Pease
Extension Program Leader
540-231-5850
peasej@vt.edu
AAEC: By the Numbers
- Faculty: 29
- Undergraduate Students: 280
- Graduate Students: 39