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Prof. Dr. Vesna Mrdalj is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Banja Luka, where she works in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Department of Rural Development. She was elected to the position of Associate Professor in Agricultural Economics and Rural Development on April 30, 2020. Her academic work focuses on agricultural economics, rural development, and international agricultural integration within the context of Bosnia and Herzegovina, particularly Republika Srpska.
Dr. Mrdalj teaches a comprehensive range of courses across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, including Agriculture in International Integration, Agrarian Policy, International Trade in Agricultural and Food Products, and various specialized courses on agricultural economics and organization. Her teaching spans all academic cycles, reflecting her expertise in both theoretical and practical aspects of agricultural economics.
Her research portfolio demonstrates significant contributions to understanding Bosnia and Herzegovina's agricultural sector in relation to EU integration processes. She has extensively examined agricultural policy reforms, trade competitiveness, food security mechanisms, and rural livelihood strategies. Her work often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications specific to the Bosnian context, particularly focusing on Republika Srpska's agricultural development challenges and opportunities.
Analysis of Dr. Mrdalj's publication record reveals consistent research output with a clear thematic trajectory: early work focused on regional agricultural development and policy analysis, while more recent publications address contemporary challenges including food waste, market inclusiveness, and value chain optimization. Her research demonstrates a methodological diversity spanning quantitative economic analysis, policy evaluation, and case study approaches.
Dr. Mrdalj has led and participated in numerous national and international research projects, including the 'Analysis of the socio-economic aspects of the wheat value chain' (2021-2024), 'Developing competitiveness in rural areas' (2019), and 'Rural business development' (2019). She has contributed significantly to strategic planning documents for rural development in Republika Srpska and has been actively involved in EU-funded initiatives including Erasmus+ programs.
Her scholarly contributions include multiple books such as 'Agricultural policy of the Republic of Srpska' (2020) and 'Agriculture and rural development in the Republika Srpska until 2020' (2016), establishing her as a leading authority on agricultural policy in the region. She maintains active international collaborations with research institutions across Europe, contributing to broader academic discourse on agricultural development in post-conflict and transitioning economies.
