Jos Bijman

Jos Bijman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Business Management and Organisation at Wageningen University & Research. His research focuses on ownership structures, cooperative dynamics, sustainability strategies, and ESG performance in agri-food systems. He actively collaborates internationally and engages in policy discussions through media contributions such as expert commentary on cooperative trends and sustainability.

Research interests include the intersection of cooperative business models with climate adaptation, transaction costs in agricultural supply chains, and the mediating effects of risk-taking on ESG outcomes. His work emphasizes empirical studies in regions like Chile and Ethiopia, exploring how ownership models influence sustainability practices.

Recent projects highlight innovation in climate-smart agriculture, post-growth business strategies, and the dairy sector's sustainable future. He has supervised 15 PhD candidates, including studies on Ethiopia's dairy cooperatives and eco-ready business models.

Bijman's 2025 award for 'Runner-up for best competitive paper' recognizes his analysis of ownership impacts on ESG performance. He frequently presents at academic conferences and professional forums on topics like cooperative governance and sustainability transitions.