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Discover center news, upcoming events, and key agricultural risk and policy insights.

ARPC Launches Interactive Dashboard for Agricultural Risk Management

August 22, 2025

New ARPC tool makes farm risk data easier to access and understand.

ARPC Welcomes Junior Research Economist, Dr. Rwit Chakravorty

August 19, 2025

Dr. Rwit Chakravorty joins ARPC as Junior Research Economist.

ARPC Welcomes Senior Research Economist, Dr. Junkan Li

August 15, 2025

Dr. Junkan Li joins ARPC as Senior Research Economist.

ARPC Welcomes Junior Research Economist, Dr. Hongxi Zhao

August 14, 2025

Dr. Hongxi Zhao joins ARPC as Senior Research Economist.

New ARPC White Paper Examines Fiscal and Market Effects of Crop Insurance Interest Deferrals

August 12, 2025

ARPC study finds repeated crop insurance interest deferrals aid farmers but shift short-term costs to the federal government.

New ARPC Report Evaluates Potential Revenue Protection Program for Sugar Beet Producers

August 8, 2025

Study Highlights Market Volatility, Adoption Scenarios, and Fiscal Impacts.

Nitrogen Fertilizer Prices Driven Disproportionately by Market Shocks relative to Gas or Corn

July 31, 2025

A study shows nitrogen fertilizer prices are driven mainly by market-specific shocks, not corn or gas prices.

ARPC Welcomes New Senior Research Economist, Dr. Andrew Keller

July 14, 2025

Dr. Andrew Keller joins ARPC as Senior Research Economist.

New ARPC White Paper Warns of Rising Export Costs from China Port Fees

June 24, 2025

New ARPC Report Examines Impact of China Port Fees on Ag Exports

ARPC Welcomes Junior Research Economist, Dr. Ming Wang

June 19, 2025

Dr. Ming Wang joins ARPC as Senior Research Economist.

ARPC Welcomes New Senior Research Economist, Dr. Wuit Yi Lwin

June 16, 2025

Dr. Wuit Yi Lwin joins ARPC as Senior Research Economist.

Introducing Dr. Shawn Arita: ARPC’s New Associate Director and Senior Research Economist

May 30, 2025

Dr. Shawn Arita joins ARPC as Senior Research Economist and Associate Director.

ARPC Welcomes Dr. Francis Tsiboe as Senior Research Economist and Program Leader

May 23, 2025

Dr. Francis Tsiboe joins ARPC as Senior Research Economist and Program Leader.

Welcome Dr. Dylan Turner, Senior Research Economist at ARPC

May 22, 2025

Dr. Dylan Turner joins ARPC as Senior Research Economist.

Secretary Brooke Rollins and Senator John Hoeven Visit NDSU to Discuss Agricultural Policy

April 22, 2025

Secretary Brooke Rollins and Senator John Hoeven visited NDSU for a stakeholder roundtable, meeting with North Dakota ag leaders to discuss policy priorities and support for U.S. agriculture.

U.S. Agricultural Exports Linked to Higher Production Risks, Study Finds

April 15, 2025

A recent study examining U.S. corn and soybean production highlighted how international trade influences volatility in agricultural production.

Researchers Receive WAEA Outstanding Published Research Award

April 10, 2025

Researchers have been awarded the 2025 WAEA Outstanding Published Research Award for their Food Policy article examining the role of deep trade agreements in shaping global agri-food value chains.

Sandro Steinbach to Guest Edit Special Issue on Economic Sanctions and Agricultural Trade in World Economy Journal

April 1, 2025

A special issue will examine the role of global governance and economic sanctions in shaping agricultural trade, highlighting their impact on global markets and policy decisions.

North Dakota’s Soybean Trade Outlook: Experts Discuss U.S.-China Tensions at Joint Board Meeting

February 8, 2025

At the North Dakota Soybean Council meeting, Sandro Steinbach discussed the impact of U.S.-China trade tensions and tariffs on the state's soybean trade outlook and strategies for growers.

Researchers Presented Study on Trade Facilitation Agreement and Agri-Food Global Value Chains

February 7, 2025

Sandro Steinbach discussed the Trade Facilitation Agreement’s impact on global agri-food value chains at the Agricultural Economics Seminar at Kansas State University, offering insights for policymakers and stakeholders.

New Additions to the ARPC Team: Strengthening Expertise and Leadership

February 1, 2025

The Agricultural Risk Policy Center welcomes new experts to enhance its research and programs, driving impactful policy analysis and operations.

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