Daniel Bigelow

Daniel Bigelow is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Economics at Oregon State University's College of Agricultural Sciences. His research focuses on natural resource economics, agricultural economics, urban economics, land use, water resources, and local public finance. His work addresses critical issues such as sustainable groundwater management, soil carbon sequestration potential, and the economic impacts of conservation programs.

Dr. Bigelow's recent research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining economic analysis with hydrological modeling and geospatial techniques. He has published extensively on topics including farmland valuation, managed aquifer recharge optimization in California, and the implications of agricultural policy on land use decisions. His work often involves collaboration with stakeholders in water management, conservation organizations, and local governments.

His research has explored the economic efficiency of water markets, the effects of farmland taxation policies on public finances, and the role of conservation easements in promoting sustainable land use. He has contributed to major land use studies such as 'Major Uses of Land in the United States' and analyses of soil carbon sequestration potential across U.S. croplands.

Bigelow holds a strong record of outreach and extension activities, translating academic findings into actionable insights for policymakers and practitioners. His research has been featured in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national conferences in agricultural and environmental economics.