Agricultural & Resource Economics

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Can Venezuela’s Oil Bring Down Gas Prices? A UConn Economist Explains

Erik Katovich, assistant professor of agricultural and resource economics, discusses the perceived benefits and real costs of the Trump administration's military intervention in Venezuela

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How Political Influence Shapes Agricultural Expansion in the Amazon

A new study reveals how political donations help large landowners reshape agriculture and the Amazon rainforest

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Charles Towe Named Interim Head of Agricultural and Resource Economics

An internationally recognized environmental economist, Towe will oversee the department's diverse research, teaching, and extension portfolio

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Northeast Agricultural Networks Summit Strengthens Farmer Support

The summit brought together diverse stakeholders to support farm viability and regional economic resilience

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UConn Student Team Wins National Food Marketing Competition

UConn’s team once again won the Food Distribution Research Society (FDRS) Student Food Marketing Challenge, a prestigious national competition focused on the global food supply industry

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CAHNR Hosts Second One Health Conference

Bringing together experts from across the College, CAHNR conference showcases leadership in One Health approaches in research, teaching, and Extension

Participants at the 2025 CAHNR Scholars Celebration

CAHNR Honors Student Excellence and Donor Support at 2025 Scholars Celebration

The annual event recognized remarkable student accomplishments and the generosity of donors whose scholarships help them thrive

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Insufficient Sunlight Exposure Linked to Higher Rates of Suicide

This study from UConn health economist Shinsuke Tanaka is a major addition to the literature on suicide risk factors as suicide remains the only major cause of death in the U.S. that is increasing rather than decreasing over time

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Is Composting Worth It? The Calculation is Complicated

A new UConn study explores the cost, effort, and impact of composting programs

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Kumar Venkitanarayanan Named Interim Dean of UConn’s College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources

Venkitanarayanan is a leader in the field of egg and poultry meat safety and has served in several leadership roles within the University