Dustin Pendell

Dustin's teaching focuses on equipping students with the analytical tools and applied skills needed to address complex problems in agricultural economics and agribusiness. He teaches a course in data analysis and optimization, emphasizing the use of quantitative methods, economic theory, and real-world data to support decision-making. His approach integrates applied examples from agriculture production, markets, and policy to help students connect theory to practice. Dustin is committed to fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional development, while mentoring undergraduate and graduate students to prepare them for careers in academia, industry, and public service.