The Seed Biotechnology Center at the University of California Davis
recognizes University Research Partner
Dr. Daniel A. Sumner

Dr. Sumner is the Frank H. Buck Jr. Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of California, Davis and the Director of the University of California Agricultural Issues Center (AIC).

The AIC provides broadly based, objective information on a range of critical, emerging agricultural issues and their significance for the economy and natural resources through studies, conferences and publications. The issues are often global, but the implications for agriculture and natural resources in California are emphasized.

Dr. Sumner’s research focuses on agricultural policy, particularly on the consequences of farm and trade policy on the economy. His current and recent projects include:

• Traceability, liability and incentives for food safety and quality

• California’s International Agricultural Exports

• Effect of climate change on prices of grapes and the competitive position of California winegrape regions 

• Economic implications of alternative housing for laying hens

• International trade aspects of biofuels markets

• Implications of milk marketing order policy

Dr. Sumner is the former Assistant Secretary for Economics at USDA, has served as chair of the International Agricultural Trade Research Consortium and is a Fellow of the American Agricultural Economics Association.

Contact Dr. Sumner directly at dasumner@ucdavis.edu.