James Lee Mitchell

James Lee Mitchell is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness at the University of Arkansas and serves as a Director of Experiment Station (DREX) and Cooperative Extension Service (CES) livestock economist within the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. His work integrates extension and research programs addressing challenges across the livestock and meat supply chain.

• Education:
  • BS in Animal Science, Oklahoma State University (2014)
  • MS in Agricultural Economics, Oklahoma State University (2016)
  • PhD in Agricultural Economics, Kansas State University (2020)

Mitchell's research focuses on biosecurity, foreign animal disease mitigation, cattle traceability systems, price discovery in fed cattle markets, and international beef/livestock trade dynamics. His extension programs emphasize livestock marketing strategies and risk management frameworks for agricultural stakeholders.

Teaching Responsibilities

• AGEC 4113/5113: Agricultural Prices and Forecasting