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Chris Boyer

Professor & Head | Agricultural and Resource Economics
Overview

My teaching and research programs focuses on farm business management decisions that help producers maximize profits and/or manage risk. The goal of these programs is to enhance the long-term economic sustainability of farm businesses in Tennessee and across the United States. I work with multidisciplinary teams of scientists and Extensions Specialists to identify relevant and important real-world questions and to develop practical solutions. This research enhances my teaching program of farm financial management, investment analysis of technology adoption, data analysis, and land valuation. I have co-developed an AREC study aboard course to Argentina focused on the their global agricultural supply chain.

Research Focus

Farm Business Management & Risk Management for crop and beef cattle producers

Teaching Focus

AREC 312: Rural Real Estate Appraisal; AREC 324: Applications of Quantitative Method; AREC 444: Agricultural Production Technology Management; AGNR 491: Agricultural Business of Argentina

Courses
Below are courses taught during the current or past three academic years. Consult Timetable for the most current listing of courses and instructor(s).
VMP 801 - Application-Based Learning Exercise (ABLE) and Clinical Exposure I
1 credit hour(s)

Small group, student-centered learning sessions with faculty facilitator for self-discovery of new information. Week-long sessions based on specific clinical case or problem, and integration of basic science and clinical material.

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Fall
VMP 802 - Application-Based Learning Exercise (ABLE) and Clinical Exposure II
1 credit hour(s)

Small group, student-centered learning sessions with faculty facilitator for self-discovery of new information. Week-long sessions based on specific clinical case or problem, and integration of basic science and clinical material.

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Spring
VMP 803 - Application-Based Learning Exercise (ABLE) and Clinical Exposure III
2 credit hour(s)

Week-long small group, student-centered learning sessions with faculty facilitator for self-discovery of new information; based on specific clinical case or problem; integration of basic science and clinical material. One week of clinical experience through participation in specific clinical rotations in Veterinary Medical Center.

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Fall
VMP 804 - Application-Based Learning Exercise (ABLE) and Clinical Exposure IV
2 credit hour(s)

Week-long small group, student-centered learning sessions with faculty facilitator for self-discovery of new information; based on specific clinical case or problem; integration of basic science and clinical material. One week of clinical experience through participation in specific clinical rotations in Veterinary Medical Center.

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Spring
VMP 816 - Physical Diagnosis I
0.5 credit hour(s)

Basic care, feeding, restraint, and handling of domestic animals. Introduction to physical examination and diagnostic techniques used by veterinarians.

Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Fall
VMP 819 - Clinical Applications and Integrations I
2 credit hour(s)

Integration and application of theoretical material using case- or problem-based approaches toward creating knowledge frameworks for patient care, including the human-animal bond. Emphasis on physical examination and diagnostic techniques in the small animal patient, collaboration within a medical team, student-centered learning, and self-discovery of new information. Includes a clinical experience component.

Grading Restriction(s): Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Other Instructors: Lufkin, Andrew | Lane, India

Semesters Offered: Fall
VMP 894 - Small Animal Surgery – Spay/Neuter Elective
2 credit hour(s)

Major emphasis on hands-on experience in small animal surgery. Students will rotate roles weekly as primary surgeon, assistant surgeon, or anesthetist.

Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Other Instructors: Dickson, Courtney

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
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865-974-5005

cboyer3@tennessee.edu

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ORCID: 0000-0002-1393-8589
Curriculum Vitae
308G Morgan Hall
2621 Morgan Circle Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
Education and Training
  • Doctorate, Agricultural Business and Management, General, Oklahoma State University, 2011
  • MS, Agricultural Business and Management, General, Texas A&M Univ College Station, 2008
  • BS, Agricultural Business and Management, General, Texas A&M Univ College Station, 2006
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Chris Boyer

Professor & Head | Agricultural and Resource Economics
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865-974-5005

cboyer3@tennessee.edu

Google Scholar
ORCID: 0000-0002-1393-8589
Curriculum Vitae
308G Morgan Hall
2621 Morgan Circle Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
Education and Training
  • Doctorate, Agricultural Business and Management, General, Oklahoma State University, 2011
  • MS, Agricultural Business and Management, General, Texas A&M Univ College Station, 2008
  • BS, Agricultural Business and Management, General, Texas A&M Univ College Station, 2006
Overview

My teaching and research programs focuses on farm business management decisions that help producers maximize profits and/or manage risk. The goal of these programs is to enhance the long-term economic sustainability of farm businesses in Tennessee and across the United States. I work with multidisciplinary teams of scientists and Extensions Specialists to identify relevant and important real-world questions and to develop practical solutions. This research enhances my teaching program of farm financial management, investment analysis of technology adoption, data analysis, and land valuation. I have co-developed an AREC study aboard course to Argentina focused on the their global agricultural supply chain.

Research Focus

Farm Business Management & Risk Management for crop and beef cattle producers

Teaching Focus

AREC 312: Rural Real Estate Appraisal; AREC 324: Applications of Quantitative Method; AREC 444: Agricultural Production Technology Management; AGNR 491: Agricultural Business of Argentina

Courses
Below are courses taught during the current or past three academic years. Consult Timetable for the most current listing of courses and instructor(s).
VMP 801 - Application-Based Learning Exercise (ABLE) and Clinical Exposure I
1 credit hour(s)

Small group, student-centered learning sessions with faculty facilitator for self-discovery of new information. Week-long sessions based on specific clinical case or problem, and integration of basic science and clinical material.

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Fall
VMP 802 - Application-Based Learning Exercise (ABLE) and Clinical Exposure II
1 credit hour(s)

Small group, student-centered learning sessions with faculty facilitator for self-discovery of new information. Week-long sessions based on specific clinical case or problem, and integration of basic science and clinical material.

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Spring
VMP 803 - Application-Based Learning Exercise (ABLE) and Clinical Exposure III
2 credit hour(s)

Week-long small group, student-centered learning sessions with faculty facilitator for self-discovery of new information; based on specific clinical case or problem; integration of basic science and clinical material. One week of clinical experience through participation in specific clinical rotations in Veterinary Medical Center.

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Fall
VMP 804 - Application-Based Learning Exercise (ABLE) and Clinical Exposure IV
2 credit hour(s)

Week-long small group, student-centered learning sessions with faculty facilitator for self-discovery of new information; based on specific clinical case or problem; integration of basic science and clinical material. One week of clinical experience through participation in specific clinical rotations in Veterinary Medical Center.

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Spring
VMP 816 - Physical Diagnosis I
0.5 credit hour(s)

Basic care, feeding, restraint, and handling of domestic animals. Introduction to physical examination and diagnostic techniques used by veterinarians.

Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Semesters Offered: Fall
VMP 819 - Clinical Applications and Integrations I
2 credit hour(s)

Integration and application of theoretical material using case- or problem-based approaches toward creating knowledge frameworks for patient care, including the human-animal bond. Emphasis on physical examination and diagnostic techniques in the small animal patient, collaboration within a medical team, student-centered learning, and self-discovery of new information. Includes a clinical experience component.

Grading Restriction(s): Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Other Instructors: Lufkin, Andrew | Lane, India

Semesters Offered: Fall
VMP 894 - Small Animal Surgery – Spay/Neuter Elective
2 credit hour(s)

Major emphasis on hands-on experience in small animal surgery. Students will rotate roles weekly as primary surgeon, assistant surgeon, or anesthetist.

Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.

Other Instructors: Dickson, Courtney

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
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