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.
1,400+ 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
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
Simon Somogyi to lead Texas A&M agricultural economics
Simon Somogyi, Ph.D., has been appointed head of the Department of Agricultural Economics in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, effective Aug. 1. With a career spanning agribusiness marketing, consumer research and global food systems, Somogyi brings a broad yet applied perspective to the department. Currently, he holds the Dr. Kerry Litzenberg Endowed Chair in Sales and Economics and directs the Weston AgriFood Sales Program.
Former students inducted into Tyrus R. Timm Honor Registry
Jennifer Bohac ’87, Ph.D., and Leslie Callahan ’90 were inducted into the Tyrus R. Timm Honor Registry for 2024, the highest honor awarded by the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Agricultural Economics. Fewer than 1% of the department’s 16,000-plus alumni earn this distinction. The department recognized Bohac and Callahan for their outstanding achievements and commitment to service.
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