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Can we grow morel mushrooms for fun and profit?
Published on May 13, 2024
SARE-funded project proves fruitful despite low yields -
AFRE Holds Its Annual Graduate Student Research Symposium
Published on April 3, 2024
The winner of the award receives a $300 prize and is recognized at the AFRE Awards Ceremony. -
Caputo is Named the Newest Homer Nowlin Chair at Michigan State University
Published on April 1, 2024
Vincenzina Caputo will start as the new Nowlin Chair on August 16th, 2024. -
The truth about China’s influence on American agriculture
Published on March 22, 2024
AFRE Professor David Ortega provides expert testimony, authors opinion on 'China’s influence on American agriculture' -
Seven CANR faculty members among honorees at 2024 MSU faculty investiture
Published on March 22, 2024
Michigan State University formally recognized seven faculty members in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) at the 2024 MSU Investiture for Endowed Faculty. -
What are Adverse Effect Wage Rates?
Published on March 18, 2024
Learn how the AEWRs are calculated and better understand how these minimum wage rates are determined. -
The Farm Workforce Modernization Act and the H-2A Visa Program
Published on March 18, 2024
What will happen if the Farm Workforce Modernization Act (FWMA) passes? -
Studying the Changing Markets in Kenya and India
Published on February 19, 2024
Saweda Liverpool-Tasie and Tom Reardon won a grant for a two-year project for $800,000 from RIMISP. The grant is for data analysis for a number of countries in Africa and field surveys in all segments of several ag product value chains in India and Kenya. -
AFRE Graduate Student Clare McGrady is Named a 2024 Farm Foundation Agricultural Scholar
Published on February 12, 2024
Clare McGrady is a master's degree student in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics (AFRE). -
Kelly Hudson Graduate Spotlight: From Chef to Economist
Published on November 28, 2023
Kelly Hudson worked in the restaurant industry for 16 years and held the title of chef for eight. Today, Hudson holds the title of a USDA Foreign Agricultural Service International Fellow, which is a title held by only four people in the United States. -
Tracking the Impact of Nutrient Management Practices on Domestic Farms
Published on November 28, 2023
A research team examines the impact of nutrient management practices on crop production. -
First Annual Lansing Regional Economic and Fiscal Outlook Held at Michigan State University
Published on October 6, 2023
The event, which was coordinated between the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics (AFRE) and MSU Extension, featured experts who shared their data and knowledge on emerging trends in the economy. -
Michigan dairy labor supply pressures
Published on October 3, 2023
While labor-saving technology has increased productivity, people are still an integral part of cow care. In this article we’ll provide context and highlight strategies to help address labor challenges. -
AFRE Alumnus Invited as a Panelist for the Universal Food Forum
Published on August 29, 2023
Nick Allen was a panelist at the 2023 Universal Food Forum where they discussed food distribution, retailing, and the challenges that have occurred in recent years with supply chain shock. -
The Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference Returns on October 24, 2023
Published on August 29, 2023
The Michigan Ag Credit Conference is scheduled for Oct. 24 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Molecular Plant Sciences Building on Michigan State University’s campus in East Lansing. -
MSU profs to develop a regional climate smart agriculture hub in Thailand
Published on August 1, 2023
In partnership with with Kasetsart University, Professors Boughton and Maredia to support the Regional Agriculture Innovation Network (RAIN) project in Thailand. -
Caputo Elected to AAEA Executive Board
Published on July 27, 2023
Vincenzina Caputo officially joined the Executive Board of the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association (AAEA) on July 24. -
MSU Grad Students Bring Home Silver in International Agribusiness Case Competition
Published on July 27, 2023
A four-student team from the MSU Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics took 2nd place in the graduate Student Case Competition at the International Food and Agribusiness Management Association conference in Christchurch on June 22. -
Kroger Internships Past and Present build FIM Leaders
Published on July 5, 2023
AFRE Alumna, Kristen Walker, and AFRE Senior, Ryann McDowell, discuss their experiences interning and working with The Kroger Co. -
Understanding and preventing farm employee heat-related illness
Published on June 29, 2023
Heat-related illnesses can occur indoors or outdoors and during any season of the year. -
Dairy Spotlight: Dr. Zach Rutledge
Published on June 27, 2023
Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics