History of Fisheries Economics

The Laboratory has a long history, having been established at the same time as the Faculty of Agriculture.

It started as the "Laboratory of Agricultural Economics" with the appointment of Professor Manji KOIDE in January 1928.

Later, following the incorporation of national universities, a major reorganization took place, and the Laboratory became the "Laboratory of Environmental Economics."

To establish a hub for social science research that contributes to the stable supply of healthy food and the sustainable growth of agriculture, fisheries, and related industries, and to further strengthen cooperation with related research fields within the Faculty of Agriculture through the socio-economic evaluation of technology, we have revised our teaching and research structure. As a result, effective April 1, 2025, our organization will be known as the "Laboratory of Fisheries Economics".