About the Department of Agricultural Economics
Department Overview
We’re renowned for training high-caliber graduates to pursue careers in industry, government, private sector and law. We offer small class sizes and provide students with superior problem-solving and critical thinking skills applied to environmental, public policy, marketing and sales, entrepreneurship, finance and real estate, and agribusiness issues.
Our award-winning faculty are in demand as speakers, consultants and analysts for private industry and governments. We take pride in creating a supportive environment that promotes networking, professional growth and the pursuit of excellence. Our friendly counselors and staff are committed to the growth of the student preparing to function effectively in the dynamic economy of the 21st century.
Department Head
Dr. Simon Somogyi
Effective Aug. 1, 2025, Dr. Simon Somogyi will lead the Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University. With a broad career spanning agribusiness marketing, consumer research and global food systems, Dr. Somogyi brings an 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. Since joining the department in 2023, Somogyi has played an active role in undergraduate education, industry engagement and academic program development.
Mission
As a land-grant institution, we serve a broad constituency including students, producers,
consumers, agribusiness managers, policy makers and other stakeholders. We aim to
provide relevant, objective, and timely applied economics programs that benefit these
constituents in their decisions and actions.
Vision
The Department of Agricultural Economics strives to be a premier source of education, research and leadership development.