AGBS 140 - International Agricultural Economics

Prerequisite: AGBS 1 (or ECON 40), AGBS 2 (or ECON 50)
U.S. agricultural sector in the global economy; trade theory versus government protectionism; domestic farm programs impacts on commodity exports/imports; international agreements, multi-lateral institutions, foreign currency exchange rates, overseas investment; regulatory, fiscal, monetary policies affecting agribusiness competitiveness in world markets.

Units: 3

Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring