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Distinguished Alumni in Economics Award

Dr. Randyl Elkin was awarded the Distinguished Alumni in Economics Award at the LAS Alumni Award Banquet held on October 31. He graduated from Iowa State University's Department of economics with his bachelor's degree in 1965 and his Ph.D.

Yes, the Farmland Market is Shifting

Rabail Chandio was consulted in Ag Web's Farm Journal Article "Yes, the Farmland Market is Shifting, but that doesn't Necessarily Mean Prices are Falling".

2023 Spring Economics alumni newsletter available online

2023 Spring UPDATE newsletter (pdf) is available online.

Cochran Fellowship Program Inspires Women Entrepreneurs from Serbia

Six women from Serbia were inspired to grow their businesses and generate support for women in agriculture though a two-week educational program offered by the Iowa State University Department of Economics and the Extension and Outreach Farm Manag

U.S. Farm Report - Marketing Discussion from Iowa State University

Rabail Chandio and Bobby Martens were interviewed by U.S. Farm Report College Road Show. The interview is available on YouTube.

Is the farm economy in a recession?

Dr. Rabail Chandio was consulted in the article "Is the farm economy in a recession?" by Savannah Peters via Marketplace.

Caleb Bacon is a senior getting his degree in agriculture business and also a linebacker on the Cyclone's football team. He explains in his Register feature why he chose to play for the Cyclones, and the journey that brought him to Ames.

Professor Peter Orazem contributed to a recent WalletHub article about the best personal loans for students.

After hitting record highs, farmland prices expected to drop in 2024

Rabail Chandio was interviewed by John Wannamaker for Iowa Public Radio's article "After hitting record highs, farmland prices expected to drop in 2024".

Workshop in Honor of Elizabeth Hoffman

ISU faculty and students (past and present) attended the Workshop in Honor of Elizabeth Hoffman held at the University of Iowa on June 7, 2024.

Gavin Tindle's new business is increasing awareness for goat meat, a leaner protein option than beef, chicken, or pork.

Researchers from Iowa State University, the North American Regional Science Council (NARSC), and West Virginia University have partnered to launch a new academic journal, Reaching Regions, which will be hosted on Iowa State's Digital Pres

Economics graduate students present research at annual conference

Iowa State University was well represented at the 2024 Midwest Economics Association (MEA) Conference, held March 21-24 in Chicago, where 13 economics master’s and doctoral students presented a myriad of research topics.

T. Jake Smith Wins AAEA's Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award

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Professor and Department Chair Joshua Rosenbloom was featured in WalletHub's recent article, "States Where Employers Are Struggling the Most in Hiring".

Farmland Values Increase at Slower Rate with Tighter Profits

Rabail Chandio was consulted for the Illinois Farmer Today's Ag Update's article "Farmland Values Increase at Slower Rate with Tighter Profits".

Ohio Farmland Trends and Preservation

Rabail Chandio was mentioned in the Ohio Ag Manager's article "Ohio Farmland Trends and Preservation".

Foreign Investments in Ohio Farmland

Ohio Ag Manager's article "Foreign Investments in Ohio Farmland" mentions the department's Rabail Chandio.

2023 was tough for pig producers as costs outpaced profits. Will this year be better?

Associate Professor Lee Schulz was interviewed by National Public Radio for the article "2023 was tough for pig producers as costs outpaced profits. Will this year be better?" The story focuses on the current costs associated with raising hogs. Schulz told NPR that he is anticipating a 10% decrease in production costs this year; and, he noted that “Producers are getting back close to break-even levels. I think we’ve seen packers improve their margins too.”

Sought-After Iowa Farm Hits the Auction Block

Dr. Rabail Chandio was mentioned in Agriculture's latest article "Sought-After Iowa Farm Hits the Auction Block".