Introduction to Agricultural Economics

For courses in Introduction to Agricultural or Applied Economics

Introduction to Agricultural Economics, 7/e, provides students with a systematic introduction to the basic economic concepts and issues impacting the U.S. food and fiber industry and offers strong coverage of macroeconomic theory and international trade.

Teaching and Learning Experience:

Strong coverage of macroeconomics, the role of government, and international agricultural trade: The coverage of macroeconomics and agricultural programs and policies allows students to further understand the domestic market economy.

Building block approach: Discusses individual consumer and producer decision-making, market equilibrium and economic welfare conditions, government intervention in agriculture, macroeconomic policy, and international trade.

Extensive chapter review: Each chapter contains an extensive list of questions designed to test student comprehension of the material covered.