College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics

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  In new Science publication, Jayne champions improving agricultural productivity in sub-Saharan Africa

  Published on June 17, 2021
  MSU Foundation Professor Thom Jayne and University of Florida Professor Pedro Sanchez make the case for increasing agricultural productivity in sub-Saharan Africa through increased investments in research, development, and extension.

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  Grad Spotlight: Christine Sauer

  Published on June 16, 2021
  Christine is a fifth-year student in the Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics (AFRE) Ph.D. program.

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  MSU researcher appointed to World Health Organization group studying global impact of foodborne disease

  Published on June 7, 2021
  Felicia Wu has been named a member of a selective cohort of food safety and public health researchers.

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  Gratitude and best wishes to Dr. Patricia Norris

  Published on June 2, 2021
  After 25 years as a member of our MSU community, Patricia Norris retired in May 2021.

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  Loveridge named assistant dean for faculty affairs and development

  Published on May 24, 2021
  Scott Loveridge was named assistant dean for faculty affairs and development in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR).

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  ReNAPRI and PRCI: Planning for Policy Success

  Published on May 19, 2021
  With assistance from the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Food Security Policy, Research, Capacity, and Influence (PRCI) the Regional Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ReNAPRI) has created and implemented a new strategic plan.

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  Grad Spotlight: Hanna Carlson

  Published on May 17, 2021
  Hanna is a second-year student in the Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics (AFRE) Ph.D. program.

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  Do consumers care about redundant milk labels?

  Published on May 6, 2021
  Do consumers care about redundant milk labels?

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  College of Agriculture and Natural Resources extends special recognitions for diversity, equity and inclusion

  Published on May 5, 2021
  Faculty and staff receive honors for their outstanding efforts supporting the CANR community.

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  MSU grad reflects on time at MSU with the Class of 2021

  Published on May 4, 2021
  CANR Outstanding Student Leadership nominee, Holly Pummell, shares how goals and collective experiences helped shape her learning and Spartan journey while at Michigan State University.

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  Grad Spotlight: Charuta Parkhi

  Published on April 16, 2021
  Charuta is a fourth-year student in the Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics (AFRE) Ph.D. program.

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  SPDC student receives 2021 CANR Outstanding Student Leadership Award

  Published on April 5, 2021
  Recent grad Ashley Prince studied construction management and helped form the Professional Women Builders student organization while at MSU.

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  Update from the Chair Spring 2021

  Published on March 30, 2021
  Chairperson of AFRE, Titus O. Awokuse, gives a status update on the department and outlines the accomplishments of faculty, students, and alumni.

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  Meet AFRE Assistant Professor Aleks Schaefer

  Published on March 30, 2021
  Learn more about the research and outreach efforts of Aleks Schaefer in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics at Michigan State University

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  MSU named Top 10 agriculture and forestry college in new report

  Published on March 23, 2021
  Michigan State University is among the top-rated agriculture and forestry colleges worldwide, according to the Quacquarelli Symonds World University Ranking by Subject report released in March 2021.

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  Grad Spotlight: Natalie Loduca

  Published on March 16, 2021
  Natalie is a first-year student in the Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics (AFRE) Ph.D. program.

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  MSU agribusiness management student secures job before graduation

  Published on March 16, 2021
  Senior Aaron Fahrner accepts employment offer based on internship experiences, interdisciplinary studies at MSU and his background in agriculture.

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  Understanding Consumer Preferences for Gene-Edited Food

  Published on March 15, 2021
  Through her doctoral research, AFRE graduate student Valerie Kilders explores how consumers perceive and value different gene-edited food products in different settings.

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  How Agricultural Productivity Shocks Influence Youth Employment in Sub-Saharan Africa

  Published on March 11, 2021
  MSUAFRE Ph.D. student, Josephat Koima’s, research focuses on the intersection of agriculture, youth employment, and human capital development, and is influenced by the need to address the rising youth population in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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  Nigerian Agricultural Policy Project Leaves a Lasting Impact

  Published on February 22, 2021
  NAPP has enhanced Nigeria’s ability to conduct evidence based agricultural policy research, influenced agricultural policy, and disseminated agricultural research findings to key stakeholders throughout the country.

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  Food Security Group Receives 4.5 Million Dollar USDA Grant for Agricultural Policy Project

  Published on February 22, 2021
  The new project seeks to improve development outcomes through increasing economic growth, food security, better nutrition, and enhanced resiliency to shocks.