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Devin Serfas is an Assistant Professor and RDAR Chair in Applied Agricultural Economics at the University of Alberta, specializing in risk management. Growing up on a grain farm near Eston, Saskatchewan, he developed a strong interest in the issues affecting farmers, including grain handling, transportation, and marketing. His research interests encompass agricultural economics, production economics, and industrial organization, with a focus on agricultural policy and farm management. Devin holds a PhD in Agricultural Resource Economics from the University of California, Davis, where his dissertation explored cropping choices and carbon sequestration on Saskatchewan farms. He has previously earned an MSc in Agricultural Economics and a BSc in Agribusiness, both from the University of Saskatchewan. His work aims to bridge theory and practice, aiding policymakers and practitioners in understanding and navigating the complexities of modern agricultural systems.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management