Agricultural Finance

3 credits

Through a combination of lectures and case studies, this course focuses on applying financial management of agricultural businesses. Students will be exposed to the nuances of agricultural enterprises and learn to apply finance concepts in the agricultural business setting. They will also explore financial risk management in an agribusiness enterprise, learn how to assess different types of risks, and use financial derivatives to develop hedging strategies. Valuation of farmland will also be explored. ***Prerequisite: BUS 395.***