EREC 680 (01) - Agricultural and Food Policy

Agricultural and Food Policy

Durham   Life Sciences & Agriculture :: Environmental&Resource Econ
Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2024 - Full Term (08/26/2024 - 12/09/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   30  
CRN: 14593
Analysis of issues that led to government involvement in the agricultural and food sector. Application of economic concepts and tools to the evaluation of public policies affecting agriculture and food.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Prerequisite(s): EREC 411 or ECON 402
Equivalent(s): EREC 704
Classes not allowed in section: Freshman
Instructors: Wendy Johnecheck

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/26/2024 12/9/2024 TR 9:40am - 11:00am PARS NB22
Additional Course Details: 

This course provides students with an understanding of the US agri-food sector and the policies that influence food production, distribution and consumption at local, regional, and national levels. It is designed to equip students with an understanding of the policy process and the information needed to engage in real world problem-solving in this field.

* Contact the instructor for permission to waive course pre-requisites (EREC 411 and ECON 402).