Assist. Prof. Dr. Mengistie Mossie, Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia
Assist. Prof. Dr. Mengistie Mossie is a distinguished scholar in Development Studies (Rural Development), earning his PhD from Addis Ababa University (2018-2021). His expertise spans market system resilience, food security, and value chain analysis. He serves as an Assistant Professor at Bahir Dar University, contributing to research, curriculum design, and postgraduate supervision. A principal investigator in international projects, he collaborates with USAID, JICA, and Wageningen Research. He has received multiple certifications, including Effective Teaching Skills (ETS) and STATA/SPSS analysis. His work significantly impacts rural development, farming systems, and climate-smart agriculture.
Profile
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Education 🎓
Assist. Prof. Dr. Mengistie Mossie 🎓 is a dedicated scholar in rural development, holding a Ph.D. in Development Studies (Rural Development) from Addis Ababa University (2018-2021). His dissertation focused on the value chain and market analysis of horticultural crops in Ethiopia’s Upper-Blue Nile Basin, funded by JST/JICA 🌍. He earned his MSc in Rural Development (2011-2013) from Haramaya University, researching rural women’s participation in farm management 👩🌾. His academic journey began with a BSc in Rural Development & Agricultural Extension (2004-2008) from Haramaya University, demonstrating his lifelong commitment to agricultural and rural development 🌱.
Experience 🧪
Assist. Prof. Dr. Mengistie Mossie 🎓 has an extensive teaching career in rural development and agriculture. He began as an Instructor at Mertulemariam Agricultural College (2009-2013) 📚 before becoming a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Gondar (2013-2015) 🌱. Since 2015, he has served as an Assistant Professor at Bahir Dar University, where he also held key leadership roles, including Postgraduate Program Coordinator (2022-2024), Research Council Member (2022-2024), and Associate Editor of JAES. Currently, he is the Head of the Rural Development Department and Vice Dean of the College of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences (since 2025) .
Awards 🏆
Assist. Prof. Dr. Mengistie Mossie 🎓 has earned numerous certifications, enhancing his expertise in teaching, research, and data analysis. He completed the Master Class for Teaching Online from Arizona State University 🖥️ and gained proficiency in STATA and SPSS 📊. His training includes qualitative data analysis, entrepreneurship, and Operational Research Protocol Development at the University of Gondar. A certified professional teacher educator from Bahir Dar University, he also holds a COC in Natural Resources Management 🌿. He chaired the 2nd African Graduate Students Conference, served as an external thesis examiner in South Africa, and acquired multiple teaching and computer skills certifications 🏆.
Research Focus 🔍
Assist. Prof. Dr. Mengistie Mossie’s research primarily focuses on agricultural economics 🌱, food security 🍲, and rural development 🏡. His work examines how export market orientation 🌍 impacts household food consumption and asset accumulation 💰, particularly among avocado producers in Ethiopia. By analyzing economic growth opportunities in agribusiness 🚜, he provides insights into how smallholder farmers can enhance their livelihoods through sustainable agricultural practices 🌾 and market integration 📈. His research contributes to policy-making 🏛️ and economic resilience ⚖️, aiming to bridge the gap between local food security and global trade 🔄.
Publications📚
Households’ food consumption status and asset accumulation in the context of export market orientation: A case of avocado producers in Ethiopia
Conclusion
Dr. Mengistie Mossie is a highly accomplished researcher with an impressive academic and professional track record. His contributions to agricultural development, food security, climate resilience, and rural transformation make him an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His extensive publications, leadership roles, research contributions, and academic excellence position him as a leading figure in his field, deserving of this prestigious recognition.