ECO 202 or equivalent. This course presents an economic approach to the study of regions. The emphasis is on the role of spatial relationships in economic activity. Topics considered include market area analysis, location theory, economic base and input-output analysis as well as regional economic development. An integration of current issues in Agricultural Economics with oral and written communications, problem solving, and research.
Major emphasis is on a senior paper and oral presentation.
Course approval in process. Integration of production and business management principles through planning and analysis for application in the management of commercial farms. The case farm approach is utilized for the application of management techniques. Price behavior of agricultural products and inputs including factors affecting supply and demand for individual products, supply-price relationships and the relationship of agricultural prices to the general price level. AEC 305 and STA 291.