AMRUTVAHINI SHETI AND SHIKSHAN VIKAS SANSTHA

SAHAKARMAHARSHI BHAUSAHEB THORAT COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, AMRUTNAGAR

Tal. Sangamner - 422608, Dist. Ahmednagar, ESTD. 2023

(Affilated to Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri) College Code : 11308

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Department of Agricultural Economics

Objective of Department


1. To analyze the fundamental principles and concepts of agricultural economics, encompassing supply and demand dynamics, market structures, and price determination.


2. To comprehend the role of government policies, regulations, and subsidies in shaping agricultural markets and their impacts on farmers, consumers, and the economy.


3. To evaluate the application of economic theories and models in addressing contemporary agricultural challenges.


4. To develop critical thinking and analytical skills to assess agricultural market trends, risk management strategies, and investment opportunities.


5. To cultivate entrepreneurial skills and business acumen for students interested in agribusiness ventures, farm management and agricultural finance.

Course Offered

Course Offered

Sr. No Semester Course No. Course Title Credits

1

II

ECON 121

Fundamentals of Agricultural Economics

2 (2+0)

2

IV

ECON 242

Agriculture Finance and Cooperation

3 (2+1)

3

V

ECON 353

Agricultural Marketing Trade and Prices

3 (2+1)

4

V

ELE ECON 354

Agribusiness Management

3 (2+1)

5

VI

ECON 365

Farm Management, Production and Resource Economics

2 (1+1)