Roderick M. Rejesus

Roderick M. Rejesus is a Professor and Extension Specialist in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at North Carolina State University. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His work focuses on applied production economics, agricultural risk management (including crop insurance and safety-net policies), and economic impacts of agricultural technologies. He teaches ECG 741: Agricultural Production and Supply in Fall semesters.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2001)

Research Interests: Dr. Rejesus examines policy-driven agricultural practices such as soil health management and cover crops, their resilience to climate extremes, and their economic implications. His work integrates empirical analysis of crop insurance mechanisms, yield risk, and environmental sustainability. He evaluates conservation programs (e.g., no-till practices) and their effects on land values and erosion. His studies often address global challenges like climate change and food security, with projects in the U.S., Philippines, and other regions.

Recent Research Trends: His articles emphasize climate-smart agriculture, crop insurance dynamics under extreme weather, and policy incentives for sustainable practices. Key themes include quantifying yield sensitivity to environmental factors (e.g., warming temperatures), analyzing soil health benefits, and modeling production risk in agricultural systems.

Advising & Grants: While specific grants or advisees are not listed, his role as an Extension Specialist suggests involvement in applied research partnerships with farmers and policymakers. His work often involves collaborative projects with international institutions.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with North Carolina State’s Extension programs and interdisciplinary teams focused on agricultural economics and policy.