Food and Consumer Economics

Food and Consumer Economics, within Agricultural Economics, studies how agricultural products are produced, marketed, and consumed. It examines the economic choices of consumers regarding food purchases, factors influencing these choices, and the behavior of food markets. This field analyzes supply and demand dynamics, price influences, and the impact of policies on food availability and nutrition. Ultimately, it aims to enhance understanding of how economic forces shape food systems, affecting everything from farmers’ income to consumers’ access to nutritious food.