Research paper posits wolves make roadways safer, generating large economic returns to predator conservation
Analyzing data from northern Wisconsin, findings by researchers Jennifer Raynor, PhD '17, and AAE faculty Corbett Grainger and Nick Parker, challenge the negative portrayal of wolves often used by farmers as a threat to their economic livelihood.
WIndicator Vol 4, No 1: Taxes and Economic Growth and Development
In the most recent WIndicator, Steve Deller, AAE faculty, compares Wisconsin’s and other states’ tax burdens, changes in the tax burdens over time, and how those tax burdens affect income levels to evaluate the relationship between taxation and states’ business climate.
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MSPO program welcomes students back to campus
Now in its fourth year of existence, the M.S. in Agricultural and Applied Economics (AAE)—Professional Option (MSPO) program welcomed 12 new students this Fall semester-a significant increase from last year when only four students enrolled …
AAE faculty Nick Parker part of team lobbying to broaden resource markets for public land leases
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 …
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.
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