BUSN 685 Agribusiness Policy Analysis

Agricultural and food policies are studied from domestic and international perspectives with an emphasis on the economic framework used to assess policies that improve the competitive structure, operation, and performance of U.S. food and agriculture.

Credits

3

Offered

Summer

Outcomes

1. Understand the role of agribusiness policy: Define the role and importance of agribusiness policies in shaping the agricultural industry. Understand how policy decisions impact agribusiness operations, market dynamics, and stakeholders.
2. Analyze agricultural policy frameworks: Gain knowledge of agricultural policy frameworks at the local, national, and international levels. Understand the objectives, instruments, and stakeholders involved in agricultural policy-making.
3. Evaluate agricultural policy issues and challenges: Explore current agricultural policy issues and challenges, such as trade policies, agricultural subsidies, food security, environmental sustainability, and rural development. Understand the complexities and trade-offs involved in policy decisions.
4. Learn policy analysis methods and tools: Develop skills in conducting policy analysis in the agribusiness context. Learn various methods and tools for policy analysis, including cost-benefit analysis, stakeholder analysis, policy modeling, and scenario planning.
5. Analyze the economic impact of agricultural policies: Understand the economic principles and techniques used to assess the impact of agricultural policies. Analyze the effects of price supports, import restrictions, and export subsidies on agricultural markets and farm incomes.
6. Evaluate the social and environmental implications of agricultural policies: Explore the social and environmental consequences of agricultural policies. Analyze policies in terms of their impact on rural communities, income distribution, food safety, land use, water resources, and climate change.
7. Understand policy formulation and implementation: Gain knowledge of the processes involved in policy formulation and implementation. Understand the roles of various stakeholders, including government agencies, industry associations, NGOs, and farmers' organizations.
8. Explore policy advocacy and communication: Develop skills in policy advocacy and communication in the agribusiness context. Understand strategies for effectively communicating policy recommendations and influencing policy-making processes.
9. Analyze international agricultural trade policies: Gain knowledge of international trade policies affecting agricultural commodities. Understand trade negotiations, tariff and non-tariff barriers, regional trade agreements, and their implications for agribusiness.
10. Apply policy analysis concepts in real-world scenarios: Engage in case studies, simulations, and policy analysis exercises to apply agribusiness policy analysis concepts and techniques to real-world scenarios. Develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills in the context of agribusiness policymaking.