Daniel Solis

Dr. Daniel Solis is an Associate Professor and leader of the Agribusiness Program at Florida A&M University’s College of Agriculture and Food Sciences (CAFS). He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Agricultural Economics from the University of Connecticut, with a B.S. in Agricultural Engineering from Universidad de Talca, Chile. His research focuses on productivity analysis, environmental economics, and impact evaluation of natural resource policies, particularly in fisheries and invasive species management. Dr. Solis has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and advised multiple organizations like the Inter-American Development Bank and National Marine Fisheries Service.

Education:

• Ph.D. Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of Connecticut (2005)
• M.Sc. Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of Connecticut (2002)
• B.S. Agricultural Engineering, Universidad de Talca, Chile (1998)

Research Interests: Dr. Solis’s work spans productivity metrics in agricultural systems, climate change impacts, fisheries policy evaluation, and cost-benefit analysis of environmental interventions. Recent projects include assessing sea turtle bycatch abatement costs and the economic effects of harmful algal blooms on coastal tourism.

Recent Article Trends: His publications address interdisciplinary challenges in marine resource management, biocontrol economics, and climate adaptation strategies. Key areas include catch share fisheries efficiency, aquaculture productivity, and policy impacts on small-scale fisheries.

Awards:

• Emerging Researcher Award (FAMU, 2017)
• Most Read Author (Research Gate, 2016–2018)
• Fellowships in Digital Education Initiatives (2020–2022)

Teaching & Service: Teaches courses in agricultural economics, econometrics, and statistical methods. Has served as Adjunct Faculty, Visiting Research Fellow, and consultant for international organizations. Active in curriculum development for HBCU agricultural programs.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in marine policy, bioeconomics, and climate adaptation at FAMU and partner institutions.