About the Agricultural Economics Minor
A minor in agricultural economics combines the study of economics, business and agriculture.
Students in this program take fundamental economics courses and supplement their education
with their choice of agriculture, advanced agricultural economics, and agribusiness
classes.
Outside the classroom, students are encouraged to complete study abroad programs,
join student organizations and complete internships.
Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree at UW to qualify for the general
agricultural economics minor.
Students are highly encouraged to participate in one of the two study abroad programs
offered by the Department of Agricultural & Applied Economics. These programs provide
opportunities to explore new cultures and learn about the agricultural systems in
other parts of the world.
- France’s Food, Culture and Agriculture: On this program, you'll live with a host family, learn about sustainable food production
in Europe and take field trips to Paris, Normandy, Brittany and the Loire Valley.
- Australia’s Export-led Agriculture Sector: Journey down under where you will visit more than a dozen agricultural operations, spend a week at the University of New England and wrap up in beautiful Sydney.
What can you do with an agricultural economics minor?
A minor in agricultural economics helps students make better business and resource allocation decisions, regardless of their chosen profession. That said, many of our students go on to pursue various careers in the agricultural sector.
- Agricultural Economist
- Associate Professor, Agricultural Economics
- Feed Department Manager
- Associate Editor
- Food and Ag Development Center Director
- Northern Plains Climate Hub Director
- Trader
- USDA Agricultural Research Service
- USDA Risk Management Agency
- Great Falls Development Authority
- Water Resources Research
- Five Rivers Cattle Feeding
- Ardent Mills
- University of Wyoming
Yes, a minor in agricultural economics can enhance job prospects by adding valuable skills in data analysis, policy and resource management, in any agriculture-related field.
“For nearly any major, a minor in agricultural economics will strengthen your resume by demonstrating you have a background in the economic and financial decision making that employers are always looking for."
- Ben Rashford, Department Head
