Advancing Economics, Transforming Lives

July 2009

From the Department Chair.

AFRE Researcher’s Insights into Emerging Markets Gain Global Recognition.
Dr. Tom Reardon’s descriptions of the transformation of food markets in rapidly industrializing countries are getting attention from business and policy makers.

Department Excellence in Extension/Outreach Award - J. Roy Black.
Dr. J. Roy Black applies his modeling skills to the problems of today’s agricultural producers.

Department Excellence in Teaching Award - John Staatz
Development economist Dr. John Staatz “develops” the department’s graduate program.

Department Outstanding Research Award - Scott Swinton
Dr. Scott Swinton combines excellence in the production and environmental economics fields.

John (Jake) Ferris recognized by MSU Faculty Emeriti Association for Outstanding Contributions by an Individual.
More than ten years after retirement, Jake Ferris continues to develop econometric models of the agriculture sector while being active in service to the university and the broader community.

Graduate Alumni Updates.

Undergraduate Alumni Updates.

Giving to the Department.

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