Steven W. Martin

Dr. Steven W. Martin is an Extension Professor at Mississippi State University, specializing in agricultural economics and precision agriculture. He holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, an MBA in Business Administration, and a BS in Agricultural and Extension Education from Mississippi State University. His work focuses on technology adoption in cotton production, economic analysis of farming practices, and sustainable agriculture.

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Ag Economics, Mississippi State University
• Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Admin., Mississippi State University
• Bachelor of Science (BS), Ag & Ext Education, Mississippi State University

Dr. Martin’s research interests include precision agriculture, cotton production economics, technology adoption, and conservation tillage. His work often employs econometric models to assess farmer behavior and the economic viability of innovative practices. Recent articles highlight trends in precision agriculture adoption, environmental impacts, and economic returns from genetically modified crops.

His extension publications include Custom Rates for Mississippi Agricultural Practices (2024), which provides practical guidance for farmers. His collaborations span institutions like the University of Tennessee and Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.