The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Virginia Tech is a premier, world class department of its kind, ranked globally in the top ten percent. Inspired by our land grant mission and motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we teach, conduct research, and distribute findings that empower a diverse audience of students, stakeholders, and alumni to change the world. Our faculty and graduates have expertise in applied economics and agribusiness principles that, in turn, help address the food, financial, health, development, policy, environmental, and social needs in Virginia and beyond. Students receive a world-renowned education and leave as leaders prepared to serve their communities by addressing the world's most challenging problems.