<p>I know that UW-Madison has these two majors. One is through L&S and the other one is through CALS. I know the difference between them but would Applied Economics be a better major than Economics? Thanks</p>
<p>Only to trade commodity futures. Ag econ is a bit narrow.</p>
<p>Another subject you will learn more about once you are in college and on campus. You can look at the required courses for each major and see the differences any time.</p>