Michael Eder

Michael Eder is an Assistant Professor in Agricultural and Forest Economics at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), within the Department of Economic and Social Sciences. He is actively engaged in research and teaching, with a focus on agricultural economics, organic farming, dairy systems, and rural sustainability. His work is institutionally anchored at BOKU, where he contributes to academic discourse through lectures, publications, and collaborative research.

His research interests center on the economic viability and sustainability of agricultural systems, particularly organic and low-input farming. He investigates farm-level decision-making, nutrient management, biogas production, and the economic impacts of policy measures on competitiveness. His work integrates empirical analysis, modeling, and policy evaluation, often using farm bookkeeping data and scenario modeling.

The recent articles highlight a consistent focus on sustainable agriculture, with an emphasis on organic dairy farming, conversion strategies, and urban-rural food systems. His research trends show a strong alignment with sustainable development, economic resilience in agriculture, and the role of innovation and policy in shaping farm practices. He frequently collaborates with researchers such as Kantelhardt, Kirchweger, and Wittmann.

Michael Eder has delivered numerous lectures and presentations at national and international conferences, covering topics such as biogas optimization, organic farming economics, and sustainable food provision for urban areas like Vienna. His work contributes to both academic knowledge and practical applications in agricultural policy and farm management.

He has supervised university theses and participated in community services, though specific student names and grant details are not listed. His research extends to knowledge transfer, advising on farm planning, economic calculations, and the implementation of sustainable practices. He has contributed to the development of tools like the EcoGas software for economic assessment of biogas plants.

His work is associated with collaborative projects and academic networks in agricultural economics, particularly within Austria and Central Europe. He has been involved in EU-level initiatives such as the AGRO-BIOGAS project, reflecting an international dimension to his applied research.