Harry M. Kaiser

Harry M. Kaiser is the Gellert Family Professor of Applied Economics and Management and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, Cornell University. His work spans food policy, agricultural economics, and behavioral/experimental economics, with a focus on taxation, advertising, and climate change impacts on agriculture.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Minnesota (1985)
• M.S., University of Minnesota (1981)
• B.A., University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (1979)

His research interests include food policy, advertising economics, behavioral and experimental economics, and climate change effects on agriculture. Recent projects examine anti-obesity policies like sugar taxes and generic advertising in oligopolistic markets.

Publications trends highlight agricultural economics, taxation, consumer behavior, and experimental methods, often addressing policy implementation and market dynamics.

Scientific Awards and Honors:

• Outstanding Journal Article of the Year, Canadian Journal of Agricultural Economics (2009)
• Canadian Agricultural Economics Association Outstanding Achievement Award (2009)
• University of Minnesota Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award (2006)
• University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award
• Fellow of the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association

As a prolific academic, Kaiser has authored 145 refereed journal articles, five books, and over 150 research bulletins, securing $8 million in research grants. His editorial roles include editor of Agricultural and Resource Economics Review (1999-2001) and associate editor for multiple journals.

He has led professional organizations such as the Northeastern Agricultural and Resource Economics Association (President, 2006-2008) and served on boards for the American Agricultural Economics Association and Council on Food, Agricultural, and Resource Economics.