Agricultural economics and policy play a central role in shaping the livelihoods of farmers, the viability of agricultural enterprises, and the resilience of food systems worldwide. This special track provides a rigorous and welcoming platform for researchers to share high-quality economic and policy research that directly engages with the realities faced by farmers and agricultural producers. The track emphasizes evidence-based analysis that supports profitable, resilient, and sustainable farming while respecting producer autonomy, innovation, and local knowledge. We invite submissions that explore a wide range of topics in agricultural economics and policy, including but not limited to:

Farmer-Centered Policy and Institutional Analysis:
- Agricultural Policy Design and Evaluation
- Governance and Institutions
- Risk Management and Safety Nets

Markets, Prices, and Producer Incentives:
- Agricultural Markets and Price Dynamics
- Value Chains and Bargaining Power
- Trade and Market Access

Climate, Sustainability, and Farm Resilience:
- Climate Change Economics at the Farm Level
- Incentive-Based Environmental Policies
- Balancing Sustainability and Profitability

Technology, Innovation, and Farm Decision-Making:
- Adoption and Returns to Innovation
- Policy and Regulation of Agricultural Innovation
- Structural Change and Productivity

Rural Economies and Producer Livelihoods:
- Farm Household Economics
- Rural Development and Resilience
- Equity and Inclusion in Agriculture

Food Systems, Consumers, and Farmer Welfare:
- Producer–Consumer Linkages
- Food Security and Farm Viability
- Changing Consumer Preferences: