معرفی
Dr. Xavier Villavicencio is an Instructional Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University's Higher Education Center in McAllen, TX. His research focuses on applying quantitative methods to study agricultural markets, including price determination, consumer preferences, risk assessment for farm management, and the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity. He teaches courses such as "Fundamentals of Agricultural Economic Analysis".
Education:
- B.S. in Economics, Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral
- M.S. in Economics, University of Chile
- Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Texas A&M University
Research Interests: Dr. Villavicencio specializes in agricultural policy, agribusiness management, and applied econometrics. His work integrates quantitative methods to address topics such as consumer behavior in agricultural markets, risk management strategies for farms, and climate change's effects on productivity.
He is a member of Texas A&M AgriLife, contributing to interdisciplinary initiatives through its Extension Service, Research, Forest Service, and Veterinary Diagnostic Lab divisions. His role aligns with the broader mission of the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences to advance agricultural science and education.
