Dr. Albert Ugochukwu | Agricultural Economics | Best Researcher Award

University of Saskatchewan, Canada.

Dr. Albert Ugochukwu is a seasoned agricultural economist with over 21 years of progressive experience in academia, research institutions, and international organizations. He specializes in food security, agricultural development, and agribusiness, with a focus on policy development, evaluation, and innovation scaling. Dr. Ugochukwu has a strong track record of leading interdisciplinary teams and strategic partnerships to drive impactful change in the agriculture sector. He holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from the University of Saskatchewan, Canada, and has received numerous awards for his contributions to research and innovation.

Professional Profiles:

Education

Dr. Ugochukwu earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics from the University of Saskatchewan, Canada, in 2015. Prior to that, he completed a Master of Science in Rural Development from Ghent University, Belgium, and a Master of Science in Agricultural Economics from the Federal University of Technology, Nigeria. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics from the same university.

Professional Experience

With a career spanning diverse roles, Dr. Ugochukwu has served as a Senior Policy Fellow at the Global Institute for Food Security in Saskatoon, Canada, where he leads initiatives to enhance agricultural value chains and food security. He has also worked as a Professional Research Associate at the University of Saskatchewan’s Centre for the Study of Science and Innovation Policy, contributing to economic surveys and project evaluations. Additionally, he has held consultancy positions with organizations such as the World Bank, IFAD, and USAID, focusing on agricultural development projects worldwide.

Research Interest

Dr. Ugochukwu’s research interests lie at the intersection of agricultural economics, food security, and innovation scaling. He is particularly interested in policy development, evaluation methodologies, and the socio-economic impacts of agricultural interventions. His work also encompasses areas such as agricultural value chain analysis, technology adoption, and resilience-building in rural communities.

Award and Honors

Throughout his career, Dr. Ugochukwu has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to research and innovation. Notable awards include the University of Saskatchewan’s Award for Contribution to Food Security Research and the Genome Canada Best Paper and Presentation Award for his work on genomic studies.

Research Skills

Dr. Ugochukwu possesses advanced skills in data analysis, economic modeling, and impact assessment. He is proficient in statistical and econometric software packages such as Stata, E-views, and SPSS, enabling him to conduct rigorous analyses and provide evidence-based recommendations. Additionally, he has expertise in project evaluation, policy analysis, and publication dissemination.

Publications

Title: Agricultural financing policies and rural development in Nigeria Authors: CC Eze, JI Lemchi, AI Ugochukwu, VC Eze, CAO Awulonu, AX Okon Year: 2010

Title: Technology adoption by agricultural producers: A review of the literature Authors: AI Ugochukwu, PWB Phillips

Title: From agriscience to agribusiness: theories, policies and practices in … Authors: AI Ugochukwu, PWB Phillips Year: 2018

Title: Intensification of rice production systems in southeastern Nigeria: a policy analysis matrix approach. Authors: AI Ugochukwu, CI Ezedinma Year: 2011

Title: Technological solutions to authenticity issues in international trade: the case of CITES listed endangered species Authors: AI Ugochukwu, JE Hobbs, PWB Phillips, WA Kerr Journal: Ecological Economics Volume: 146 Pages: 730-739 Year: 2018