By Gail Stephens
The School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences welcomed two faculty members who will collaborate to grow agricultural economics within the school and its goals for impact in the region. Both began posts at the start of the 2025-26 academic year within the Department of Agriculture, Food and Resource Sciences.
William Burke, assistant professor of agricultural economics, possesses expertise in food systems, rural development and agricultural policy. His research combines economic analysis with soil science, geospatial tools and household survey methods to assess behavior, predict outcomes and evaluate the effects of agricultural and food policy.
Burke previously held academic and research positions at Michigan State University and Stanford University.
He holds master’s and doctoral degrees from Michigan State University and a bachelor’s degree from Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland.
Source : umes.edu