Prof Dr Irina Pilvere | Agrarian Economics | Best Researcher Award
Professor at Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Latvia
Education:
PhD in Economics, Latvia University of Agriculture (1998-2001) Master of Social Sciences in Economics, Latvia University of Agriculture (1992)
Professional Experience:
- Rector and Professor, Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies (July 2014 – June 2024)
- Managed university operations, taught agrarian economics, led scientific projects.
- Dean and Professor, Faculty of Economics, Latvia University of Agriculture (September 2006 – June 2014)
- Administered faculty operations, taught, and led research initiatives.
- Associate Professor, Faculty of Economics, Latvia University of Agriculture (January 2006 – August 2006)
- Specialized in agrarian economics and rural development.
- Director, Rural Support Service, Ministry of Agriculture (January 2000 – January 2006)
- Managed EU CAP support payments and rural development programs.
- Deputy of State Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture (September 1993 – December 1999)
- Oversaw agriculture, fisheries, and forestry budget planning.
Honours and Awards:
- Medal of the Ministry of Agriculture “For Assiduity”
- Three-Star Order Third Class
- Various acknowledgments from the Latvian Academy of Sciences, LUA, and international institutions
Professional Memberships:
- Latvian Academy of Science – True Member
- Latvian Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Science – True Member and Vice President
- Nordic Association of Agricultural Scientists (NJF)
- Member of various editorial boards and scientific committees
Agrarian Economics Research Focus:
Irina Pilvere is a leading researcher in agrarian economics, focusing on the economic aspects of agriculture, rural development, and policy-making. Her work encompasses the following key areas:
- Common Agricultural Policy (CAP):
- Pilvere’s research extensively covers the European Union’s Common Agricultural Policy, analyzing its impact on agricultural productivity, rural development, and regional economic growth.
- She has managed projects related to the evaluation and implementation of CAP support payments, contributing to policy adjustments that benefit rural communities.
- Sustainable Agricultural Practices:
- Her studies often explore sustainable practices in agriculture, aiming to enhance environmental conservation while ensuring economic viability for farmers.
- Projects such as “Evaluation of Organic Soils in Latvia Agriculture” focus on efficient land use and the sustainable management of agricultural resources.
- Rural and Regional Development:
- Pilvere’s research addresses the socio-economic development of rural areas, investigating investment opportunities, infrastructure development, and the socio-economic impact of agricultural policies.
- Her work includes projecting agriculture development in Latvia, utilizing advanced modeling tools to forecast and strategize for future growth.
- Bioeconomy:
- As part of her broader economic research, Pilvere is involved in bioeconomy projects, which aim to integrate biological resources and processes into economic practices for sustainable growth.
- She managed subprojects under the Horizon 2020 BioMonitor initiative, which supports the development of a European Bioeconomy.
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Irina Pilvere | Agrarian Economics | Best Researcher Award