Economics 249FA - Polit. Econ. Food/Agriculture

This course is designed to introduce students to the economics of food and farming systems in the U.S. We will consider the dominant trends in United States agriculture, analyze the history and effects of the U.S. Farm Bill, and discuss the economics and policy behind sustainable alternatives in food system. Although the focus will be on the U.S. we will also discuss the international implications of the U.S. farming system as we look at the intersection of agriculture, climate change, and development.