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Ready to attend the 2024 AAEA Annual Meeting in New Orleans? We are using an online platform called Whova for our event. You can Download the Whova app to access the event:
After downloading the Whova mobile app or accessing the event via the web portal, use the email address used to register for the annual meeting to login or sign up for a Whova account. If you aren’t sure what email you registered with, please contact the AAEA Business Office for confirmation. To protect user data, Whova requires a two-factor authentication at sign-in. After entering your email and password, a verification code will be sent to your email. Please check your inbox and spam folder for the code. Detailed instructions can be found here.
Already used the Whova app in the past? Double-check that it is installed on your phone, and log in using your existing account email and password.
Don't have a smartphone? Don't want to download the app? No problem! We have an interactive version of the schedule on the 2024 AAEA Annual Meeting website.
Need a PDF copy of the program? Click the printer icon on the Schedule page to pull an up-to-date version. Please note that we will not be offering printed programs this year.
Still having issues? Contact the AAEA business office at info@aaea.org for more help.
Agricultural & Applied Economics Association
555 East Wells Street, Suite 1100
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 918-3190
Fax: (414) 276-3349
Email: info@aaea.org
Web: www.aaea.org
**Please be aware that all AAEA staff will be on-site at the New Orleans Marriott beginning Friday, July 26 so if you have any questions while on-site please come to the registration desk located in the Preservation Hall Foyer (2nd floor) or email us at info@aaea.org .
Onsite Registration & Badge Pick-up
Preservation Hall Foyer (2nd Floor)
Saturday, July 27 from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 from 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Monday, July 29 from 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
New Orleans Marriott
555 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 581-1000
We know many people are familiar with Marriott Bonvoy-but not everyone. As you prepare for your arrival for this year’s conference we wanted to make sure you are aware of the Marriott Bonvoy program and its advantages for you while staying at the conference hotel. Signing up for Marriott Bonvoy is FREE, and includes these great benefits upon check-in:
To sign up to enjoy the benefits, click on the logo below or scan the QR code
Quiet Room: We will have a dedicated room available throughout the event for those who may wish to step out of the meetings. The quiet room provides a dedicated space for attendees to relax, recharge, and take a break from the noise and stimulation of the event. Studio 6 on the 2nd floor will be the Quiet room.
Hours:
As a benefit to everyone attending the Annual Meeting in person, a photographer is available for professional headshots.
Photographer Hours:
This is a great opportunity to have your professional picture taken! Digital Images will be available, at no cost, in the months following the Annual Meeting. The headshots will be shared in a public access drop box folder in September or October.
Visit our New Orleans Tourism page for information on things to do while you are New Orleans. Be sure to check out the NOLA Tours offering a 20% discount!
https://www.aaea.org/meetings/2024-aaea-annual-meeting/registration-travel/nola-tourism
Air Travel
Airport Transportation
Public Transportation
Notifications for the 2024 AAEA Annual Meeting were sent on March 26. Please check your email (and spam/junk folders) or log into the abstract management system to view your standing and schedule.
Presenter Requirements by May 15, 2024In order to participate in the 2024 AAEA Annual Meeting, presenters of accepted abstracts MUST meet the three requirements outlined below:
*If your institution will be registering you for the Annual Meeting or renewing your membership it is your responsibility to ensure that they have done so prior to the May 15 deadline.
Presentations are subject to withdrawal from the program if requirements are not completed by May 15 at 11:59 pm CST. If you would like to withdraw your paper, you must notify the AAEA business office of your intentions at (414) 918-3190 or info@aaea.org.
Schedules for Selected Presentations and Track sessions were sent out on April 24 & 25. Please check your email (and spam/junk folders). If you have not received an email please reach out to info@aaea.org to obtain your schedule information. Please note, emails were only sent to those listed as the presenter on your presentation.
New in 2024 all posters will be displayed Sunday through Tuesday. Posters must be removed by 4:30 pm on Tuesday. Poster presentations will take place on Monday during the poster reception from 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm.
Early registration for 2024 AAEA Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA July 28-30 will be ending on May 31 at 11:59 pm CST. As of June 1 registration prices will increase. Take advantage of the lower prices by registering prior to May 31. You can register online now or download the form.
| Registration Type | Early Bird (Present-May 31) | Advanced(June 1-July 18) | On-Site Only(July 19 and after) |
| Professional Member | $475 | $560 | $635 |
| Professional Non-member | $650 | $720 | $795 |
| Senior Member |
$365 | $540 | $525 |
| Senior Non-member | $505 | $580 | $655 |
| Graduate Student Member | $105 | $140 | $180 |
| Graduate Student Non-member | $300 | $335 | $380 |
| Guest Registration | $75 per guest | ||
| *Guest Registration: Attendees are encouraged to bring spouses, friends, and family to the Annual Meeting. All such attendees must register as guests to participate in meeting activities, at the cost of $75 per guest. Children under the age of 16 may attend the meeting for free.Guests include any interested party not professionally or a student in the field of agricultural economics or applied economics, or a related discipline. Colleagues and/or students cannot be registered as guestsRegistered guests will receive a name badge and are invited to attend the Welcome Reception at no additional charge. | |||
| Cancellation/Changes: Cancellations of meeting registrations are subject to a $50 processing fee. After July 5, no refunds will be given for meeting registrations or special event tickets. If AAEA cancels the 2024 Annual Meeting, any paid registration fee will be refunded. To cancel or change your Annual Meeting registration and/or special event tickets, contact the AAEA Business Office at (414) 918-3190 or info@aaea.org. Website: www.aaea.org. | |||
New Orleans Marriott
555 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 581-1000
Make your hotel reservation now to guarantee a room!
Guest Room Reservation is open. Please reserve your room using the following link:https://book.passkey.com/e/50476455Cut-off Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024, or when sold out.
Guest Rooms for Single/Double $179 per room per nightTaxes are a total of 16.2% (9.45% State Tax, 5% Federal Tax, and 1.75% Tourism Tax) plus a $3 per night occupancy fee.
Please contact Mary Annen mannen@aaea.org with any issues reserving a guest room at New Orleans Marriott.
This year there are a number of Luncheons and Pre/Post-conference Workshops to choose from. Review the Section Lectures & Luncheons , and reserve a spot. Space is limited, so register early to reserve a place to hear the lecture, enjoy lunch, and network!
PC13 Demystifying Institutional Employment Opportunities for EconomistsStudent Waivers for Registration and Annual MeetingWaivers are restricted to AAEA graduate student members only. To apply, submit one paragraph (no more than 200 words) explaining why you should be considered for the waiver, and 2 questions that you want to be asked by the panelists. Complete the application by extended to May 15th.
Workshop and AAEA Annual Meeting attendance required. Application is available here. If accepted, you will receive complimentary PC13 workshop registration and AAEA 2024 Annual Meeting Registration.
PC52 Post-Conference Workshop on Food Prices and Forecasting Sponsored by ERS Note: 2-day workshop Wednesday, July 31 8:00 am – 6:00 pm; Thursday, August 1 8:00 am – 12:30 pm.
AAEA Graduate Student Members and Early Career Professional Members Travel Grant Available up to $1,000. To apply, submit one paragraph (no more than 200 words) explaining why you should be considered for the waiver, and 2 questions that you would like to ask the panelists. Complete this application form by May 19.
May 15, 2024 – Presenter Deadline for Accepted Selected Presentations
May 31, 2024
June 27, 2024
July 18, 2024
AAEA invites you to register for the 2024 AAEA Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA July 28-30. Most meeting events will take place at the New Orleans Marriott hotel. Registration rates are outlined below and you can register online now or download the form.
| Registration Type | Early(Present-May 31) | Advanced(June 1-July 18) | On-Site Only (July 19 and after) |
| Professional Member | $475 | $560 | $635 |
| Professional Non-member | $650 | $720 | $795 |
| Senior Member | $365 | $450 | $525 |
| Senior Non-member | $505 | $580 | $655 |
| Graduate Student Member | $105 | $140 | $180 |
| Graduate Student Non-member | $300 | $335 | $380 |
| Guest Registration* | $75 per guest | ||
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*Guest Registration: Attendees are encouraged to bring spouses, friends, and family to the Annual Meeting. All such attendees must register as guests to participate in meeting activities, at the cost of $75 per guest. Children under the age of 16 may attend the meeting for free. |
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| Cancellation/Changes: Cancellations of meeting registrations are subject to a $50 processing fee. After July 5, no refunds will be given for meeting registrations or special event tickets. If AAEA cancels the 2024 Annual Meeting, any paid registration fee will be refunded. To cancel or change your Annual Meeting registration and/or special event tickets, contact the AAEA Business Office at (414) 918-3190 or info@aaea.org. Website: www.aaea.org. | |||
Make your hotel reservation now to guarantee a room!
Guest Room Reservation is open. Please reserve your room using the following link:https://book.passkey.com/e/50476455Cut-off Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024, or when sold out.
Guest Rooms for Single/Double $179 per room per nightTaxes are a total of 16.2% (9.45% State Tax, 5% Federal Tax, and 1.75% Tourism Tax) plus a $3 per night occupancy fee.
This year there are a number of Luncheons and Pre/Post-conference Workshops to choose from. Review the Section Lectures & Luncheons , and reserve a spot. Space is limited, so register early to reserve a place to hear the lecture, enjoy lunch, and network!
PC13 Demystifying Institutional Employment Opportunities for EconomistsStudent Waivers for Registration and Annual MeetingWaivers are restricted to AAEA graduate student members only. To apply, submit one paragraph (no more than 200 words) explaining why you should be considered for the waiver, and 2 questions that you want to be asked by the panelists. Complete the application by April 29.
Workshop and AAEA Annual Meeting attendance required. Application is available here. If accepted, you will receive complimentary PC13 workshop registration and AAEA 2024 Annual Meeting Registration.
GSS and ECP AAEA Member Travel Grant Available up to $1,000 Accepting applications, apply today. The application deadline is March 15. Click here to apply. Read more at the AETR Teaching Resource webpage.
PC52 Post-Conference Workshop on Food Prices and Forecasting Sponsored by ERS
Note: 2-day workshop Wednesday, July 31 8:00 am – 6:00 pm; Thursday, August 1 8:00 am – 12:30 pm. AAEA Graduate Student Members and Early Career Professional Members Travel Grant Available up to $1,000. To apply, submit one paragraph (no more than 200 words) explaining why you should be considered for the waiver, and 2 questions that you would like to ask the panelists. Complete this application form by May 19.
May 15, 2024 – Presenter Deadline for Accepted Selected Presentations
May 31, 2024
July 18, 2024
The deadline to submit your abstracts has been extended until Friday, January 19 by 11:59 pm.
To submit an abstract for the 2024 Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA, your membership must be renewed for 2024, or you will be required to pay a $25.00 abstract submission fee during the submission process. During this time, we ask that any changes you need to make to your account you do so directly, rather than creating a new profile.
Click here to renew your membership or become an AAEA member.
Please see the important deadlines listed below:
January 19, 2024 (11:59 pm CST):
Click here to submit an abstract.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact AAEA staff at info@aaea.org or (414) 918-3190.
We encourage all attendees to book a hotel room at the New Orleans Marriott under the AAEA room block. Single and Double room rates start at $179.00 per night. AAEA guests receive complimentary in-room internet. Book your hotel room by clicking on the link below
https://book.passkey.com/e/50476455
Please visit the Annual Meeting hotel page for additional information.
New Orleans Marriott welcomes you to Louisiana with style, substance, and unparalleled service. The 4-star hotel on Canal St. New Orleans is nestled between the French Quarter and the Warehouse District. It's a short walk from Jackson Square, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Harrah's Casino. The hotel is also near the cruise port, the Convention Center, and Caesars Superdome. Many of the rooms and suites offer views of the Mississippi River and downtown New Orleans. Rooms all feature spacious work areas, 55-inch flat-screen TVs and premium bathroom amenities. Enjoy a meal at Canal Street Burger Bar and Canal Street Pantry or a drink and an appetizer at 55 Fahrenheit, a favorite among both New Orleans residents and guests at our hotel near New Orleans' French Quarter. Break a sweat in the gym or take a dip in the heated outdoor rooftop pool. Adventure awaits at New Orleans Marriott.
Be sure to submit your nomination for the AAEA Annual Awards. We are accepting nominations now through February 4, 2024, at 11:59 PM CST. AAEA would like to provide an opportunity to recognize those who have done outstanding work or research in their fields. This includes teachers, role models, and even students. Winners will be announced and recognized at the 2024 AAEA Annual Meeting, during the AAEA Awards and Fellows Recognition Ceremony. More information on the AAEA Annual Awards can be found here.
January 19, 2024 (11:59 pm CST)
February 4, 2024 (11:59 pm CST)
A huge thank you to everyone who joined the 2023 AAEA Annual Meeting. We hosted over 1,600 attendees for the three-day event! Your continued support is essential and appreciated. We hope to see you next year in New Orleans, LA!
We would also like to thank the Selected Presentations Committee, Topic Leaders, and Reviewers. Not only did they review and analyze a record-breaking number of abstract submissions and create coherent sessions, but they also worked tirelessly on creating new ways to improve the experience of presenters and attendees.
In addition, thank you to all the Section Leaders and members who helped organize the many Track Sessions and Organized Symposia. We look forward to seeing what you’re preparing for the 2024 program.
Major plans for the 2024 AAEA Annual Meeting in New Orleans are already in the works.The meeting will take place July 28-30, 2024, at the New Orleans Marriott.
We encourage all attendees to book a hotel room at the New Orleans Marriott under the AAEA room block. Single and Double room rates start at $179.00 per night. AAEA guests receive complimentary in-room internet. Guest room reservations will open in 2024. Please visit the Annual Meeting hotel page for additional information and to reserve your guest room.
New Orleans Marriott welcomes you to Louisiana with style, substance, and unparalleled service. The 4-star hotel on Canal St. in New Orleans is nestled between the French Quarter and the Warehouse District. It's a short walk from Jackson Square, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Harrah's Casino. The hotel is also near the cruise port, the Convention Center, and Caesars Superdome. Many of the rooms and suites offer views of the Mississippi River and downtown New Orleans. Rooms all feature spacious work areas, 55-inch flat-screen TVs and premium bathroom amenities. Enjoy a meal at Canal Street Burger Bar and Canal Street Pantry or a drink and an appetizer at 55 Fahrenheit, a favorite among both New Orleans residents and guests at our hotel near New Orleans' French Quarter. Break a sweat in the gym or take a dip in the heated outdoor rooftop pool. Adventure awaits at New Orleans Marriott.
New Orleans Marriott
555 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 581-1000
The abstract submissions site is open and AAEA is currently accepting abstract and session proposals. The Annual Meeting is an excellent opportunity to present your research, put together a workshop, and to explore the realm of agriculture and applied economics via other peers and leaders in the field. Once you are ready to submit, please visit the submissions website.
To submit an abstract, you need to be a current 2024 AAEA member or pay a $25 submission fee. Please also take note of the important deadlines listed below.
If selected, all presentations will be in-person. We will not have a virtual component.
The AAEA Executive Board invites proposals for Pre- and Post-Conference Workshops at the 2024 Annual Meeting. The deadline for proposals is November 30, 2023. Selections will be finalized at the AAEA Executive Board meeting in early January and organizers will be notified soon thereafter by the AAEA President.
Submissions will be judged on the merits of the proposal and space and time available at the Annual Meeting. Organizers will work with the AAEA Business Office to develop a budget for final approval at the January Board meeting. More information on submitting a proposal can be found here.
We will begin accepting nominations for AAEA Annual Awards soon and will continue to accept them until February 4, 2024. AAEA would like to provide an opportunity to recognize those who have done outstanding work or research in their fields. This includes teachers, role models, and even students. Winners will be announced and recognized at the 2024 AAEA Annual Meeting, during the AAEA Awards and Fellows Recognition Ceremony. More information on the AAEA Annual Awards can be found here.
December 3, 2023 (11:59 pm CST)
January 14, 2024 (11:59 pm CST)
February 4, 2024 (11:59 pm CST)