Food Distribution Research Society

Send in your applications! Each winner (MS, PhD, and case study) receives a $1500 scholarship award plus free conference registration and first year membership to Food Distribution Research Society The Council on Food, Agricultural & Resource Economics UF/IFAS Food and Resource Economics Department Virginia Tech Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics UK Agricultural Economics AAEA - Agricultural & Applied Economics Association

Announcing the 2025 Richardson-Applebaum Scholarship Awards for Graduate Research! The Food Distribution Research Society (FDRS) is committed to supporting the next generation of leaders in food distribution and marketing. We are pleased to invite applications for the Richardson-Applebaum Scholarship Awards, recognizing outstanding graduate student research. Awards: *$1,500 Travel Stipend for each category (Ph.D. Dissertation, M.S. Thesis, M.S. Case Study) *Complimentary Registration for the FDRS Annual Conference *One-Year Complimentary FDRS Student Membership *Recognition at the FDRS Annual Conference Eligibility: Graduate students pursuing research in food distribution and marketing. Deadline: April 11, 2025 Learn More and Apply: https://lnkd.in/ejHTHzSz For more information, please contact: Nathan Kemper, Vice President of Education, at [email protected]. #FoodDistribution #FoodMarketing #GraduateResearch #Scholarships #FDRS #AcademicExcellence #HigherEducation #ResearchFunding #FoodIndustry

The Journal of Food Distribution Research (JFDR) is the premier peer-reviewed journal for applied, problem-oriented research in the US agribusiness sector. Published by the Food Distribution Research Society since 1969, JFDR focuses on the critical issues facing the food distribution system, including production, supply chain management, logistics, marketing, policy, consumer behavior， and sustainability. JFDR is an open-access journal indexed in leading databases, including AgEcon Search, Google Scholar, RePEc, Scopus, IDEAS, and CAB International. This ensures your work reaches a broad audience of researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals. Ready to contribute? please visit: https://lnkd.in/gV5_4Hm6 #FoodDistribution #Agribusiness #SupplyChain #FoodLogistics #FoodPolicy #FoodIndustry #AcademicResearch #JFDR

The FDRS is incredibly fortunate to have benefited from Dr. Kimberly L. Morgan's leadership and expertise. This recognition is a testament to her commitment to excellence!

The FDRS is pleased to announce the release of Volume 55, Issue 3 of the Journal of Food Distribution Research (JFDR). This issue features compelling research on critical topics impacting the food industry: *The Effect of Amazon Prime on Sales Ranks by Chinonso E. Etumnu and Ashraf Noumir: This study examines the growing influence of Amazon Prime on the food distribution landscape. https://lnkd.in/e8c3Wtvk *Reactions to Food Safety Recalls among Food Insecure and Food Secure Households by Mariah Beverly, Clinton L. Neill, and Kimberly L. Morgan: An important analysis of how different households respond to food safety information. https://lnkd.in/ezjrEAgM *Predicting Firm Diversification in Agri-Food Value Chains by Andrew W. Stevens, Jim Teal, Christa D. Court, Gigi DiGiacomo, Michelle Miller, and Hikaru Hanawa Peterson: This research provides valuable insights into the dynamics of diversification within the agri-food sector. https://lnkd.in/eZVyvgwM Access the full issue here: https://lnkd.in/eK8ivmFd #FoodDistribution #FoodResearch #FDRS #AmazonPrime #FoodSafety #AgriFood #ValueChains #AcademicResearch #FoodIndustry

As the year comes to a close, the Food Distribution Research Society (FDRS) takes a moment to acknowledge the critical role of research and innovation in ensuring a robust and adaptable global food system. This holiday season, we are especially thankful for the dedication of our members and partners who are working to address the complex challenges facing the food industry. FDRS is committed to fostering collaboration, disseminating cutting-edge research, and supporting the professional development of individuals in the field of food distribution. We wish you a happy and healthy holiday season and a new year filled with opportunities for progress and impactful contributions to the field. #FoodDistribution #SupplyChainManagement #FoodSecurity #ResearchAndDevelopment #Innovation #FDRS #Holidays

The Journal of Food Distribution Research (JFDR) is excited to welcome new editors Brandon McFadden and Jada Thompson from the University of Arkansas Department of Agricultural Economics & Agribusiness! Drs. McFaddon and Thompson bring extensive experience in agricultural economics and food market research to their roles. We look forward to their leadership in bringing the JFDR to new heights and advancing research and knowledge in the field. We extend our sincere gratitude to the outgoing editors of the JFDR: Ben Campbell, Carlos Trejo-Pech, and Richard J. Volpe. Thank you for your valuable contributions! #fooddistribution #research #neweditors #agribusiness #supplychain

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr.?Alba J. Collart?from?Clemson University - College of Agriculture, Forestry & Life Sciences, who recently completed her term as president and is now past president of the Food Distribution Research Society. Dr. Collart has led FDRS with vision and dedication, contributing her expertise in food marketing and policy to food distribution research. We are incredibly thankful for the commitment she has shown to our community and mission. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Collart's impactful tenure! #FDRS #AgriculturalEconomics #Leadership #ThankYou

We’re also excited to announce Dr. Samuel Zapata as the new President-Elect of FDRS! Dr. Zapata, Associate Professor in the Texas A&M University - Department Agricultural Economics, brings a wealth of knowledge and commitment to agricultural economics, especially in production and farm management. Having previously served as FDRS Vice President of Membership, Dr. Zapata is well-acquainted with our mission and community, and we look forward to the impactful work and leadership he will bring to his new role. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Zapata as he steps into this new role and drives forward our shared vision for the future of food research. #Leadership #AgriculturalEconomics #FDRS

The Food Distribution Research Society (FDRS) is excited to announce our 2024-2025 leadership, starting with the appointment of Dr. Esendugue Greg Fonsah from UGA Ag and Applied Economics as President. Dr. Fonsah is a Professor at the University of Georgia with a distinguished career in agricultural economics. He has been an active FDRS member for over two decades. Learn more about our current president at: https://lnkd.in/eR9XkVM7 #FoodDistribution #Research #Leadership #FDRS #AgriculturalEconomics #NewPresident