Edwin Griswold Nourse

Edwin Griswold Nourse (1883-1966) was an American economist known for his contributions to public policy and economic theory. He served as a professor at institutions like the University of Washington and became the first president of the National Agricultural Economics Association. Nourse's work focused on agricultural economics and the impact of government policies on agriculture, helping to shape agricultural practices and policies in the U.S. His influence extended to various governmental committees during the Great Depression, where he advised on economic recovery efforts. Nourse's research helped bridge the gap between economics and practical policy implementation.