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Dr. Lee Schulz is a Professor in the Department of Economics and Extension Livestock Economist at Iowa State University. He holds a Ph.D. from Kansas State University (2012) and develops integrated research and extension programs addressing critical livestock industry challenges including market analysis, risk management, and policy impacts.
His research focuses on livestock market dynamics, agricultural policy evaluation, risk management strategies, and supply chain economics. Key areas include price analysis, market structure impacts, disease economics, and agricultural resilience during disruptions like COVID-19.
Schulz's publications demonstrate consistent focus on market efficiency and resilience, with recent work examining meat packing industry coordination, pandemic impacts on supply chains, and economic incentives for biosecurity adoption. His research connects theoretical frameworks with practical industry applications.
Awards include:
- Bruce Gardner Memorial Prize for Applied Policy Analysis (2019)
- Distinguished Extension/Outreach Program Award (2018)
- Premier Livestock Forecaster Award (2014)
- Multiple teaching and extension excellence awards from ISU and AAEA
His extension program delivers critical market analysis through the Ag Decision Maker platform, with decision tools covering risk management, livestock budgets, and market outlooks. Research has been funded by USDA, industry groups, and Iowa commodity organizations focusing on market transparency and resilience.
Schulz contributes to numerous industry initiatives including the USDA Swine Contract Library development, Secure Beef Supply Plan implementation, and economic impact assessments for livestock sectors during crises.
