Welcome to the CORE
Nevada’s economy is based on natural resources, such as mining and agriculture, processing
of raw materials, manufacturing, energy, and tourism and recreation. The latter
is growing rapidly and also utilizes the states resources: its forests, streams,
mountains, and historic sites. The research of the CORE faculty deals with conflicts
that often arise when the same resources serve different purposes, and tries to
find ways to enhance economic development, while preserving natural resources and
amenities and protecting the environment
The CORE addresses important issues regarding the management of agricultural and
related businesses, the functioning of agricultural markets, the protection and
use of natural resources, the performance of government policies affecting agricultural,
natural resources, rural development and related industries, and the impacts of
decisions made by consumers and stakeholders.
The mission of the Center Of Resource Economics program is to provide leadership
for developing, delivering, and evaluating current and relevant agricultural/natural
resource economics and economic development leadership.
Our vision is for Nevadans to improve their knowledge, understanding, and application
of economics to agricultural, natural resources and rural issues.