DeeVon Bailey

Jon M. Huntsman School
of Business

Since joining Utah State’s faculty in 1983, DeeVon Bailey has developed a reputation as a vigorous, thorough and insightful researcher. Around the world, Dr. Bailey is regarded by colleagues and industry professionals as one of the top researchers in the fields of food traceability, agribusiness, and the economics of production agriculture. Dr. Bailey’s work in food traceability is particularly important right now, as the possibility of avian flu and mad cow disease pose threats to our food supply.  His prominence in this vein of research has placed him not only at the forefront of academic discourse, but of policy discussions as well.  He has been called to testify before Congressional committees and chair prominent research initiatives, including the National Animal Identification System, which was implemented in 2004. Dr. Bailey distinguished himself as an astute and ambitious researcher early on.  He began his schooling here at Utah State University, earning his bachelor’s in 1980 and his masters in agricultural economics in 1981.  Dr. Bailey earned his doctorate degree at Texas A&M University in just 26 months, a feat that still impresses his former professors. Dr. Bailey has served as principle investigator for more than 50 research projects, sponsored by organizations such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Western Center for Risk Management, the Utah Department of Agriculture, and numerous industry groups. The total value for these projects is more than $3 million, which is an extraordinary figure in the area of social sciences. Dr. Bailey is very well published and is cited by research colleagues frequently.  He has published over 30 refereed journal articles, and more than 100 other academic publications. Since 2000, Dr. Bailey has presented 26 papers at professional meetings and has also served as editor of the Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics since 2004. Dr. Bailey has stressed teaching and service throughout his career.  He has advised 19 students and taught 8 courses since arriving at USU, and he has served on numerous committees at Utah State.  His participation in the Extension program is another example of his commitment to service.