FARE 6170

This course is an introduction to the study of the theory and application of futures, options and other derivative instruments for marketing, hedging, investment and speculative purposes. Emphasis is placed on applications of agricultural and financial instruments to real agri-food business situations. Offered in conjunction with FARE*4240. Extra work is required for graduate students. [Offering(s): Annually][Restriction(s): Credit may only be obtained for one of FARE*6170 or FARE*4240][Department(s): Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics]