Department of
Agricultural Economics
7 Degree Programs
Our degree programs provide our students with a world-class education they can apply to careers in sales, agribusiness issues, public policy, finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, environmental policy, management, real estate and academia.
5 Centers & Research Labs
Our centers and labs are leading the discovery of knowledge relating to food, agriculture, economics and policy. Our renowned team of scientists are called upon to share their expertise with consumers and stakeholders to inform decisions and policy in the agriculture industry.
1,300+ Enrolled Students
Our students are training to be the next generation of business leaders and economics professionals.
Recognizing 100 Years of Excellence
In College Factual’s most recent rankings for the best schools for agricultural business majors, Texas A&M University ranked No. 2 in the nation and No. 1 in Texas.
Universities.com, which also provides ratings for institutions of higher learning, also ranked Texas A&M second in its listing of Best Agricultural Economics colleges in the U.S. for 2023.
“We offer a number of options to study within the department, and in each, our priority is to provide individualized support through a highly dedicated teaching faculty supported by competent and caring staff and student advisers,
Dr. Rudy Nayga, Department Head
This way, the students get the most from their learning experience – both inside and outside the classroom.”
Growing business leaders of character
“I appreciate how the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is a place where students can grow to their fullest potential. Our department provides opportunities and experiences that challenge and grow students into leaders of character.”
Clayton Elbel ’23, Agricultural Economics Major
Spring Branch, Texas
Agricultural Economics News
Year-end and new year financial planning tips
Saving more and making better money management decisions are among the top resolutions people make for the new year. Employing some basic money management strategies can help you reach your personal financial goals and prepare for your financial future. Nathan Harness, Ph.D., director of the Financial Planning Program says the end of the year is a good time to reflect on financial challenges and make any needed changes.
Farm bill article wins award for Texas A&M AgriLife co-authors
Two Texas A&M AgriLife and Texas A&M Department of Agricultural Economics faculty members were recently recognized by the American Agricultural Law Association, AALA, with a Professional Scholarship Award. Each year, AALA presents the Professional Scholarship Awards to recognize members’ writings in scholarly articles or practice-related works such as appellate or trial-court briefs. This year, the award went to Tiffany Lashmet, J.D., and Bart Fischer, Ph.D.
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