Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics

Last webinar recording of the semester is now live. Watch "The state of US Farm Safety Net Policy" and find out how things are shaping up. 🔗

Our latest webinar recording is now live! 🚨 Watch “The economic value of birds in U.S. agriculture and the impact of conservation” and get caught up on the insights shaping the future of sustainable farming 🔗 https://bit.ly/4xHMB3V

What if forest set‑asides actually increase carbon storage? 🌲 Evidence from the Spotted Owl protections shows they triggered major new planting in the South — cutting carbon leakage once long‑term regrowth and wood‑product storage are included.
Learn more 🔗 https://bit.ly/3SvwR3w

We are thrilled to congratulate Ana Crespo on being awarded the CFAES Unsung Hero Award. Ana’s expertise, steady presence, and kindness are the quiet force that keeps our department grounded and moving forward. Your impact is felt every day, Ana — thank you for all you do! 👏🎉

Ana Crespo, fiscal officer in Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics, received the Unsung Hero Award at the 2026 CFAES Awards. 🏆

Ana is essential to the department’s operational success. Her expertise in overseeing financial operations, managing budgets and ensuring fiscal integrity is greatly appreciated by the departments faculty, staff and leadership.

Please join us in congratulating Ana on this well-deserved recognition!

Join us on Wednesday, June 10 at 12 p.m. EST as Dr. Carl Zulauf breaks down the current state of the U.S. farm safety net. With Farm Bill debates heating up, now is the time to understand the policies shaping producers’ futures.🚨
Register now 🔗 https://bit.ly/4em4PA6

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Huge congratulations to Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics student Jed Adams who has been selected to serve as a Presidential Host for the 2026-2027 academic year! 🎉

Starting this August, you’ll find Jed at the University Residence and major events, greeting guests and sharing his knowledge of all things Ohio State.

Join us in congratulating Jed in the comments! 👏

Reschedule alert 🚨 Our session on “The economic value of birds in U.S. agriculture and the impact of conservation efforts” with AEDE’s Dr. Chen‑Ti Chen will now take place next Wednesday, June 3 at 12 p.m. ET.
Register now! 🔗 https://bit.ly/4uBCDyM

AEDE’s Dr. Brian Roe took the stage at the ReFED Food Waste Solutions Summit to share how customizable portion sizes can help restaurants meet changing consumer preferences while cutting food waste. 🍽️♻️ Advancing smarter solutions — right where the conversation is happening.
Read the full story now 🔗 https://bit.ly/4dD8pnL

May travels! 🌎 Charlene Brenner with Ohio State's Sustainability Institute and AEDE’s Dr. Sathya Gopalakrishnan presented “Mapping Connections: Longitudinal Network Analysis of an Interdisciplinary Community of Scholars” at the International Science of Team Science Conference in Vancouver, CA — highlighting the strength of collaborative research 👏

Happening tomorrow! Don't forget to register 🚨

Ever wondered how much birds contribute to U.S. agriculture? 🐦🌾 Join us Weds., May 20 at 12 p.m. EST for a conversation with Dr. Chen‑Ti Chen on the surprising economic impact of birds — and why conservation matters more than ever. Register now 🔗 https://bit.ly/4fj2vuy

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