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Announcements for Friday, June 29, 2012

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  • Weekly Media Connections for the Department of Economics

    Mike Duffy spoke with the New York Times regarding farm transition; and the Cedar Rapids Gazette regarding land values.

    Dave Swenson spoke with Chris Doering, DMR / Gannett on the farm bill and whether there was time to get the bill passed before the election recess on Sept. 30, and what the consequences might be from waiting until after the election.

  • Luvaga featured in recent edition of Stories

    A profile of Ebby Luvaga (pictured left), senior lecturer in the Department of Economics, was featured in the recent edition of Stories, a publication produced through the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. The topic of this edition is the student experience. Click on the image left to read the full article, written by Kristin Senty.

    Also featured is a short profile of recent department alumnus Darrin Rahn (ag business 2012).

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Papers and Presentations

  • Recent presentation by Kevin Kimle

    Kevin Kimle recently presented at the International Food and Agribusiness Management Association World Symposium, Shanghai, China. IFAMA Case Study Workshop and Teaching Showcase Case Title: Scaling Up From Smallholder Agriculture in China, North Branch River Vegetable Cooperative June 11, 2012