News

What's in your garbage? UMN study examines food-waste habits of more than 120 Maplewood households

University of Minnesota Applied Economics grad student, Vanee Dusoruth, along with other researchers, will spend the next six weeks digging through more than 120 residential trash bins to examine the food-waste and organics disposal habits of Maplewood residents. 

From the Department Head: Fall 2018

Applied Economics Department Head Frances Homans describes the upcoming unveiling of artwork commemorating Vernon Ruttan's life and career, sketched by his daughter Lore Ruttan. 

Better Farm Management Recommendations through Public and Private Partnerships

Applied Economics Associate Professor Joleen Hadrich shares ways to improve the efficiency of farm management decisions. 

Three Long-Time Staff Members Retire from Applied Economics

The department said farewell to three of its staff members this past Spring: Diane McAfee, Ellen Carlson, and Sue Pohlod. 

Applied Economics Welcomes Christina Olson

We are excited to introduce Christina Olson, Principal Office and Administrative Specialist, who has now joined our department. 

Events

2018 Outstanding Alumni Award Forum and Reception

October 5, 2018
Welcome Picnic

August 29, 2018
Undergraduate Commencement Reception

May 11, 2018
ApEc and AgEd Annual Luncheon

2017 Outstanding Alumni Award

October 16, 2017

ApEc in the News

Professor Bellemare Featured in US News

Environment and animal rights groups have praised Chipotle for its sustainable and humane practices, but its recent food poisoning outbreaks illustrate the challenges that can come with living up to this image....Professor Bellemare comments.

Professors Terry Roe and Rodney Smith Featured in L'Economiste
Near-Perfect Grain Conditions Cause Price Changes

Commodity prices on the whole, not just for grain, are on their way down, including for natural gas, minerals and other commodities, said Ed Usset.

Publications

For more departmental happenings, check out Marginal Memos and Minnesota Applied Economist.

Seminars

  • Agricultural Economics
  • Applied Economics
  • Environmental and Resource Economics
  • Public Sector Economics
  • Trade and Development

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