Eric Micheels

Eric Micheels is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Saskatchewan, part of the College of Agriculture and Bioresources. His expertise spans agribusiness management, farm financial management, and agricultural marketing. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. from the University of Illinois and a B.S. from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

Research Interests:

• Farm financial management strategies and risk mitigation
• Agribusiness marketing dynamics and consumer behavior
• Innovations in value chain management and entrepreneurial practices
• Impact of social capital and absorptive capacity on agricultural adoption

Recent Work Trends: His publications emphasize empirical analyses of agricultural innovation adoption, risk perception in farming communities, and the economic implications of policy changes. Notable themes include the role of market orientation in driving farm performance and the application of behavioral economics in agricultural decision-making.

Teaching: Teaches courses such as AREC 428 (Case Studies in Agribusiness Management), AREC 347 (Agribusiness Marketing Management), and AREC 825 (Current Issues in Agribusiness Research). Focuses on bridging theoretical concepts with practical industry challenges.

Professional Engagement: Active in academic organizations like the Western Education and Research Activities (WERA) and the International Food and Agribusiness Management Association (IFAMA). Regularly contributes to policy discussions on agricultural sustainability and international trade impacts.