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Tara Wade is an **Associate Professor** in the Food and Resource Economics Department at the University of Florida's Southwest Florida Research and Education Center (SWFREC), part of the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS). Her work focuses on agricultural economics, environmental policy, and climate change adaptation, with an emphasis on improving farmers' economic and conservation outcomes through evidence-based practices.
**Education**: Dr. Wade holds a Master’s in Mathematics and a Ph.D. in Energy and Environmental Systems and Economics from North Carolina A&T State University. Her doctoral research analyzed the cost of conservation tillage adoption in corn and soybean farming.
**Research Interests**: She specializes in economic factors influencing the adoption of environmentally benign agricultural practices, including ecosystem services valuation, conservation policy design, and climate resilience strategies. Her recent work explores carbon credit markets for Florida producers and the economic impacts of sustainable farming practices.
**Publications**: Her research includes enterprise budget analyses for crops like bell peppers, tomatoes, and watermelons, as well as studies on nitrogen management, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem service measurement. She co-authored key guides on carbon markets and agricultural policy, emphasizing practical tools for farmers.
**Grants & Collaborations**: Collaborates with USDA agencies and state institutions to develop cost-effective BMPs (Best Management Practices) for water quality and crop efficiency. Her work bridges economic analysis with environmental stewardship, aiming to enhance farm profitability while addressing climate challenges.
**Labs/Teams**: Leads research at SWFREC, focusing on sustainable agriculture and climate action. Engaged with interdisciplinary teams in IFAS to advance policy and practice in agroecology and carbon neutrality.
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