College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics

Major Professor: Dr. David Ortega

Area of Specialization: Food Policy, Food Marketing, Agri-food Supply Chain

Expected Graduatiion Date: December 2025

Personal Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lin-l-70315931a/

Publications on Google Scholar

I am a Ph.D. Candidate in Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics at Michigan State University. 

My research focuses on decision-making in the U.S. agri-food system, particularly in the areas of food policy, food marketing, and agri-food supply chain resilience. I am committed to mission-driven research that integrates interdisciplinary expertise and mixed methods to deliver actionable insights for stakeholders. My work has been published in journals such as Food Policy and Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy, and has also been featured in media outlets, contributing to state-level policy discussions.

In addition to research, I am passionate about preparing and inspiring future generations of applied economists. As an educator, I have mentored honors undergraduate projects and served as instructor-of-record at Michigan State University.