Laura Solaroli

Laura Solaroli is an Associate Professor in Agricultural Economics at ISARA Lyon, France, since 2022. She is also a University Lecturer at University of Montpellier, France, since 2015. Her work bridges academic research with applied projects in agroecology, food security, and international cooperation.

• PhD in Agro-Food Economics and Policies, University of Bologna (2011-2014)
• MSc in Agriculture, Food and Sustainable Development, University of Montpellier (2011-2012)
• MSc in Local and International Cooperation, University of Bologna (2006-2009)
• Bachelor in International and Diplomatic Sciences, University of Bologna (2002-2006)

Laura's research focuses on the economic performance of agroecology, food systems transformation, and consumer behavior analysis. She investigates how standardization bodies and certification frameworks influence sustainable food production and distribution.

Her recent publications highlight trends in agroecological transitions, innovation processes, and food waste perception biases. Topics span from farm-level economic metrics to policy coherence across Mediterranean nations.

• 2024 PERFECO project analyzing agroecological farm performance
• 2023-2026 GO-PEI analysis of European innovation groups
• Erasmus+ AGRECOFARM developing sustainable diet access projects

Laura leads teaching programs on Food Systems Economics, Environmental Classification, and Food Quality Economics at the University of Montpellier. She moderates the Agri’alim Fresk program for third-year students.