Dillon Feuz

Dillon Feuz serves as Professor and Ag Economics Specialist in Utah State University's Department of Applied Economics, concurrently coordinating livestock farm operations. His dual academic-extension role bridges theoretical research with practical ranch management guidance across Western U.S. agricultural communities.

Education:

• PhD in Agricultural Economics, Colorado State University (1990)
• MS in Agricultural Economics, University of Wyoming (1986)
• BS in Ag Business, University of Wyoming (1984)

Feuz's research examines economic decision-making in beef production systems through consumer preference analysis, risk management modeling, and market structure evaluation. His work integrates experimental economics with real-world ranch data to quantify impacts of pricing mechanisms, trade policies, and production innovations on producer profitability. Recent studies explore sustainable feedlot alternatives, cattle size optimization under grazing regulations, and dairy margin protection forecasting.

His 48+ journal articles reveal consistent focus on livestock economics with evolving methodological sophistication—from early spatial price analysis to contemporary consumer experimental auctions and bio-economic modeling. Key thematic threads include value-based marketing efficacy, futures hedging strategies for cattle feeders, and economic sustainability metrics for alternative production systems.

Award Highlights:

• USU Extension Specialists Association Specialist of the Year (2010)
• Western Ag Economics Association Outstanding Extension Program (2000)
• American Ag Economics Association Distinguished Extension Program (1997)

Feuz mentors graduate students in agricultural economics research while directing extension programming that reaches ranchers through workshops, publications, and direct consultation. His Beehive Master Beef Manager Program demonstrates applied risk management education impacting producer decision-making. As Livestock Farm Coordinator, he oversees university facilities supporting hands-on research in beef production systems and sustainable ranching practices.