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Dr. Jonathan Malacarne is an Assistant Professor of Agricultural Economics in the School of Economics at the University of Maine and a faculty member at the Maine Agricultural and Forest Experiment Station (MAFES). His research focuses on addressing challenges in the agricultural economy, particularly in rural regions and marginalized communities, with a focus on food security, climate adaptation, and policy design.
Education:
- Ph.D., Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of California, Davis
- M.S., Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of California, Davis
- B.A., Economics (with distinction), University of Virginia
Research Interests: Dr. Malacarne’s work spans Agricultural Economics and Development Economics, with an emphasis on food security, rural development, and climate change adaptation. His research examines how policies and programs can mitigate poverty and enhance resilience in both domestic and international contexts. Recent projects include studying the role of home food production, wild resources, and institutional procurement in improving food security during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Key Contributions: His work addresses challenges in Maine’s agricultural sectors (e.g., wild blueberry industry), while also exploring global issues such as social protection programs in South Africa and drought impacts in East Africa. He emphasizes experiential learning, preparing students to tackle real-world problems in global development and rural economics.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with MAFES and interdisciplinary teams at the University of Maine to advance applied research in agricultural and environmental systems.
