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Christian Fischer is a Full Professor in Agri-Food Economics at the Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano (unibz), Italy. He also serves as Vice Dean for Education since 2023 and has directed the Bachelor’s program in Agricultural, Food and Mountain Environmental Sciences since 2014. He is Editor-in-Chief of the journal Horticulturae (Section: Horticultural Economics, Policy, Business Management, and Marketing) and Co-President of the South Tyrolean Food Council.
Education:
- PhD in Agricultural Economics, University of Giessen, Germany
- Master’s in Agri-Food Management, EM Lyon Business School and ENSA.M Montpellier, France
- Bachelor’s in International Economics, University of Adelaide, Australia
- Graduate Diploma in Food Economics, University of Giessen, Germany
His research focuses on agricultural and food supply/value chains, sustainable food systems, food policy, resource economics, rural development, and agri-tourism. He has led EU-funded projects, including FP6, and consulted for international organizations such as OSCE. His work emphasizes empirical studies in Alpine regions, local food networks, climate resilience, and consumer behavior.
The recent publications (2022–2025) reflect a strong trend toward sustainability in food systems, with subfields including agritourism, alternative grain networks, post-harvest loss reduction, and virtual water flows. His research bridges academic rigor with policy relevance, often involving case studies from South Tyrol, Italy, and international comparisons.
Scientific Leadership and Engagement:
- Editor-in-Chief, Horticulturae (2021–present)
- Co-President, South Tyrolean Food Council (2019–present)
- Director, Bachelor Program in Agricultural, Food and Mountain Environmental Sciences (2014–present)
- Former President, Förderverein Eggentaler Qualitätsprodukte (2016–2018)
He advises students, leads research teams, and actively contributes to public discourse through keynotes, media appearances, and podcasts. He has delivered invited talks at international conferences and institutions across Europe, New Zealand, and Chile. His work integrates academic research with practical applications in regional development and food system transformation.
Laboratories and Research Teams:
Christian Fischer leads research within the Department of Agricultural Sciences at unibz, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams focusing on sustainable mountain agriculture, food policy, and value chain innovation. He is associated with the South Tyrolean Food Council and contributes to EURAC Research initiatives on rural development and agri-food systems.
