Name: Dr. Wilckyster Nyateko Nyarindo
Title/Qualification: PhD
Position: Lecturer
Department: Agricultural Economics & Extension
School: Agriculture
Area of Specialization: Agricultural Economics
Contact Address: P.O. Box 6-60100 Embu, Kenya
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Biography
Dr. Wilckyster N. Nyarindo is a dedicated academic and accomplished researcher in Agricultural Economics, with a PhD from the University of Western Australia and an MSc in Agribusiness Management from Egerton University, Kenya. She currently lectures at the University of Embu, specializing in agricultural marketing, trade and policy analysis, institutional economics, and agricultural development.
With a strong background in both qualitative and quantitative research, Dr. Nyarindo has extensive experience in econometric modelling, which she applies to solve critical agricultural and development challenges. Her research is geared toward addressing issues of agricultural innovations & technology transfer, food security, rural livelihoods, and sustainable farming practices. Dr. Nyarindo is passionate about gender equality and the empowerment of marginalized groups within agriculture.
As a fellow of the Open Doors Fellowship Program at Ghent University, Belgium, the Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD), and the John Allwright Fellowship, which continues to train her leadership and research skills, Dr. Nyarindo is committed to advancing the role of women in science and agriculture. She actively seeks collaborations with researchers, institutions, and development organizations to drive inclusive and sustainable agricultural development.
Research Interests
Agricultural Productivity, Agricultural Innovations & Technology Transfer, Agricultural Marketing, Climate Smart Agriculture, International Trade & policy.
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