Now in its seventh year, the Master of Science in Agricultural and Applied Economics Professional Option (MSPO) program continues to equip students with skills in economic reasoning, data analysis, and technical communication, and prepare them …
Kim Santiago
AAE partners with CALS to hold first-ever high school Case Competition
In October, the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (CALS) in partnership with the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics (AAE) sponsored an experiential learning activity, known as a Case Competition, for high school students …
AAE Delegation Advances Water Quality Research at National Workshop
In September, an AAE delegation from the environmental and resource economics group attended the Social Cost of Water Pollution Workshop in Washington, D.C. The workshop brings together economists and other scientists interested in water …
Recent graduate Mckenzie Boyce wins 2025 George Goldman Award for Broadband Research in Wisconsin
Mckenzie Boyce PhD ’25 has received the 2025 George Goldman Award for Excellence in Regional Economic Development. Boyce earned this recognition for her research on Wisconsin households’ willingness to pay for broadband services. As part …
China has resumed U.S. soybean imports. It might not be enough for Wisconsin farmers
Wisconsin soybean farmers cautiously optimistic about Trump’s trade deal with China
Will importing more Argentinian beef lower prices? It’s unlikely, Wisconsin cattle ranchers say
Cash flow concerns mount for crop farmers heading into 2026
Madison grocery prices compared — how you can save money
Greetings from Dr. Paul Mitchell, Professor & Chair
Greetings from UW Madison (UW) and the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics (AAE). The beginning of the new academic year has also ushered in the beginning of a new chair. Before I introduce myself …