In 2016, environmental activist Terry Tempest Williams purchased drilling rights to 450 hectares of federal land in Utah. She created a company and began paying rental fees on the lease. But when Tempest Williams revealed …
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Congratulations AAE Class of 2021 graduates!
With a nod toward brighter days ahead, spring and summer graduates, gathered for an in-person commencement ceremony at Camp Randall. Included among the 63 AAE graduates was Lusayo Mwakatika, ABM ’21, who was the undergraduate …
Robert “Bob” Cropp, honored by Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA)
AAE faculty emeritus Cropp received WCMA’s 2021 Babcock Award at this year’s Cheese Expo, held online. The award recognizes contributions of those in education whohave partnered with cheesemakers in the pursuit of dairy industry innovation …
Renk Agribusiness Scholarship announces ’21-’22 recipients
Each year, the Renk Agribusiness Institute awards scholarships to undergraduates majoring in Agricultural Business Management (ABM), Agricultural and Applied Economics (AAE), or pursuing the certificate in Business Management for Agricultural & Life Sciences.
Talking Trade begins Second Season
“Talking Trade”, the podcast co-hosted by AAE faculty Ian Coxhead which examines global trade issues from a Midwest perspective kicked off its second season featuring an interview with AAE alumnus Joe Glauber, former top USDA …
Global Trade Issues Affecting Wisconsin and the Midwest
Throughout this fall, AAE faculty Ian Coxhead has hosted a new video podcast, “Talking Trade”, exploring trade issues affecting Wisconsin and the Midwest.
Potential for Organic Cured Meat Industry and Celery Production in Wisconsin
Presentation by AAE faculty Paul Mitchell on Alternative Agricultural Opportunities at the Wisconsin Economic Development Association Fall Meeting.
From Renewable Waste to Revenue Streams
The Wisconsin Energy Institute’s recent conference included AAE faculty Paul Mitchell and Steven Deller as speakers.
Discussing the Effects of Global Trade Issues on Wisconsin and the Midwest
This fall, AAE faculty Ian Coxhead, a development economist and specialist on East and Southeast Asia, hosted a series of video podcasts, “Talking Trade”, that explored international trade issues affecting Wisconsin and the Midwest.
Five Economic Impacts of COVID-19
AAE faculty Tessa Conroy, an economic development specialist, highlights five economic impacts of COVID-19 and evaluates their effects within Wisconsin state.