Congratulations to Dr. Conrad Lyford and Dr. Syed Badruddoza on being recognized with the 2025 President's Award for Excellence in Engaged Research at Texas Tech University for their project "Promoting Healthy Eating in Families with Young Children."

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Our Prominent Alumni

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  Ronald Phillips

  2025 Distinguished Alumnus, Class of 1990, Agricultural Economics, Longtime Texas Tech Legal Executive, Compliance Champion, and Harvard Leadership Program Graduate

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  Brandon Lipps

  2023 Distinguished Alumnus, Class of 2002, Agricultural & Applied Economics, Co-Founder & Principal, Caprock Strategies

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  Austin C. Vincent

  2023 Outstanding Young Alumnus, Class of 2017, Agribusiness General Council & Director of Public Policy and State Affairs

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  Tom Sell

  2022 Distinguished Alumnus, Class of 1995, Agribusiness, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Combest, Sell and Associates

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What Can You Do with an AAEC or Agribusiness Degree

• Agricultural Economist: Analyzing economic trends and policies related to agriculture and food industry
• Banker: Working in banking institutions and providing financial services to individuals and businesses in the agricultural sector
• Environmental Economist: Analyzing the economic impact of environmental policies and developing strategies for sustainable agriculture.

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Welcome to Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics

The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics provides high standards of excellence in learning, research, and engagement on all economic aspects of regional, state, and global production, distribution, and consumption of food and fiber. We strive to prepare young men and women for leadership in a dynamic global agribusiness industry. We welcome you to explore the opportunities offered in the Department.

The Agricultural and Applied Economics Department is seeking a visionary, engaged, and motivated leader to serve as the Chair of the Department. Those interested can find the full position description, requirements, and applications procedures here.

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Agricultural & Applied Economics (AAEC) Study Abroad Scholarship

An international experience through study abroad is critical to your success post-graduation.  We encourage you to take advantage of opportunities from a comprehensive range of unique academic programs offered by TTU in 50 countries.  As a student of the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, you are eligible for a competitive scholarship offered by the Department for any TTU-approved study abroad program. A committee of faculty and staff selects the scholarship recipients subject to the availability of funds.

•  To be considered, submit your application outlining:  how the study abroad program would enrich your learning experience; and why you consider yourself best suited for a scholarship award.  
• Submit your scholarship application to Dr. Sukant Misra at sukant.misra@ttu.edu by no later than February 1 for the Maymester and Summer programs; March 1 for Fall programs, and July 1 for intersession, Spring, and Spring Break programs.

Study Abroad

The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics (AAEC) offers several study abroad opportunities for students to earn academic credit in an international setting. Global learning is an essential part of being a Red Raider and crucial to your success post-graduation.  CLICK HERE for details.

Undergraduate Internships

The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics (AAEC) internship program allows select students to obtain experience in an actual professional work environment. The primary purposes of the program are to: Provide students an opportunity to develop a meaningful and relevant professional experience in a business firm or public agency.  CLICK HERE for details.