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Jeffrey Luckstead is a Distinguished Professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics and serves as the Graduate Director at the School of Economic Sciences, Washington State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from WSU (2013), an M.S. in Applied Economics (University of Idaho, 2008), and a B.S. in Economics (University of Idaho, 2006). His academic career includes roles at the University of Arkansas and promotions from Assistant to Associate Professor before joining WSU.
His research focuses on International Trade, Agricultural Policy, and Farm Labor Markets, with an emphasis on immigration economics and environmental policy. Recent work examines trade agreements' impacts, labor automation in agriculture, and the role of subsidies in global dairy markets. His articles analyze topics like U.S.-Mexico trade disputes, robotic harvesters’ economic viability, and climate change effects on rice farmers in Bangladesh.
Key themes in his publications include trade policy dynamics, labor market challenges in agriculture, and the interplay between technology and global supply chains. His work often bridges theoretical trade models (e.g., gravity models) with applied analyses of agricultural commodities and labor markets.
Luckstead’s contributions address critical issues such as food security, trade sanctions, and the socio-economic implications of immigration policies. His interdisciplinary approach integrates economics, policy analysis, and quantitative methods to inform decision-making in agricultural and resource sectors.
