Paul Wilson

Dr. Wilson's teaching and research interests included the economics of agribusiness organization and management, the economics of irrigation, and the economic dimensions of institutional change. These emphases evolved from his rural background and work with the Peace Corps and the Agency for International Development.

Dr. Wilson's research focuses on the economics of irrigated agriculture, trust as a business asset, strategic investment decisions by agribusiness firms, and transboundary conflicts (e.g., water, dust) along the interface between rural and urban areas. These projects involved varying degrees of collaboration with agricultural engineers, biologists, agronomists, and animal scientists. Dr. Wilson has received several awards at the College and University levels for outstanding teaching and advising including being named a University Distinguished Professor.