UW Ag & Applied Economics

10/08/2026

Senior Research Scientist and Lecturer, Tom Foulke, is offering 3 credit hours for his new study abroad trip to Tunisia! An information meeting will be held on Thursday, October 15th from 12:20-1:15pm in Ag 228. All students are welcome!

The trip will take place before the start of the Spring 2027 semester from January 2nd to January 17th.

See the poster below for more details and click this link to watch a video overview of what you can expect on the trip: https://youtu.be/kd_FVhYM-qU?si=pdfKj7xkVlCYpk0-

10/08/2026

Join us in congratulating AGEC Graduate Student, Carolyn Johnson for being awarded the Vanvig Graduate Fellowship!

09/30/2026

So proud of our alum, Peyton, and all the incredible work she’s doing! 👏

🎓 Great Extension work starts with people who understand Wyoming and its communities.

As a University of Wyoming graduate student, Peyton Loss built relationships with ranchers, tribal water leaders and community members on the Wind River Indian Reservation through her research and outreach.

Now, she’s continuing that work as a UW Extension educator, bringing her experience and knowledge to agriculture, natural resources and 4-H programming in the Wind River community.

Peyton’s path is one example of how UW Extension connects university knowledge, strong educators and local relationships to serve communities across Wyoming.

Read the full story in AgNews:
https://uwagnews.com/2026/09/22/peyton-loss-wind-river-community-extension-educator/

09/21/2026

The USDA is looking to hire a Loan Analyst in Riverton or Worland, WY!

Deadline to apply is October 2nd, 2026. Take a look at the application here:

This position is located in the Farm Service Agency, Wyoming State Office, duty location located in Riverton or Worland, Wyoming. This position provides support and assistance to the Farm Loan Managers and Farm Loan Officers that perform a range of lending activities, closing, disbursement, monitori...

09/16/2026

Join us for the U.S. Economy, Monetary Policy, and Agriculture Seminar on September 23rd!

Senior Vice President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, Nate Kauffman will be discussing the Fed's perspective on key developments shaping the U.S. economy and monetary policy, with a particular focus on agriculture. Topics will include current economic trends, emerging issues affecting the agricultural sector, and structural changes influencing agriculture. Kauffman will also discuss how economic research and industry engagement help inform the Federal Reserve’s understanding of economic conditions.

The seminar was arranged by UW Senior Extension Educator John Hewlett and provides an opportunity to hear directly from a Federal Reserve economist whose work focuses on the intersection of agriculture and the broader economy.

09/16/2026

The College of Business Career Fair is today from 10am to 2pm!

Head to the College of Business Jonah Bank Atrium to explore careers in business-related majors, networking, and internship opportunities!

More details:

09/11/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Christopher Bastian!

Dr. Bastian has been selected as the inaugural Doug and Deniz Stark Ranch Management and Agricultural Leadership Professor!

With more than 100 refereed journal articles, numerous awards, and a career dedicated to agricultural research, teaching, and outreach, Dr. Bastian is highly deserving of this honor.

The Doug and Deniz Stark Ranch Management and Agricultural Leadership Professorship was established to support UW faculty who contribute to ranch management and agricultural leadership and to help advance the future of agriculture in Wyoming.

We’re proud to celebrate this achievement and grateful to Doug and Deniz Stark for their generous support of agricultural leadership at the University of Wyoming!

Congratulations, Chris!

09/09/2026

AgEcon Extention Specialist, John Hewlett has organized a roundtable discussion with the Kansas City Federal Reserve that aims to help federal representatives better understand issues faced by producers in the district.

For more details about what the meeting will entail, such as discussion topics, see the news article linked here:

09/08/2026

UW AgEcon Professor Chris Bastian was interviewed by CBS Mornings regarding the current economic struggles in the U.S. cattle industry!

See the full story:

09/02/2026

The Annual welcome-back hike to Medicine Bow Peak for Fall 2026 is in the books!

We do this hike annually to introduce new grad students and faculty to the beauty of Wyoming.

Thank you to everyone who participated and fought through the high elevation!