College of Natural Resources, UC Berkeley

Agricultural and Resource Economics

The department of Agricultural & Resource Economics focuses on applied economic and policy questions in agriculture, biotechnology, environment, natural resources, international development and trade.

General Inquiries

(510) 642-3345
207 Giannini Hall #3310
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720-33

Key Contacts

Brian Wright
Dept. Chair
William Hughes
Student Advisor

Facts about ARE

  • 35 American Agricultural Economics Association Awards
  • 31 UC Berkeley Awards
  • 2 American Academy of Arts and Sciences fellows
  • 2 American Association for the Advancement of Science fellows
  • Graduates pursue careers in government, law, business, international development, and applied economic research.