Yadeta Bedasa

Agricultural Economist | PhD ( 2026) | 16+ Publications | Expert in Econometrics & AI for Agriculture

I am a Researcher dedicated to the structural transformation of agrifood systems across East Africa. My work bridges the gap between rigorous field evidence and regional policy, focusing on Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA), Maize Yield Efficiency, and Food Security.

What I bring to the global research community:

·         Advanced Econometric Modeling: Expert-level proficiency in Stata (MESR, GMM, SFA) and GIS to conduct high-impact evaluations and efficiency gap modeling.

·         Digital Innovation: I am an advocate for the modernization of research, recently completing AI Fundamentals (2026) and pioneering the transition to KoboToolbox and Python-based field data collection.

·         Published Impact: Author of 16+ peer-reviewed papers in high-impact journals (Scientific Reports, Wiley, Springer), with a focus on the Climate-Conflict-Food Security nexus.

I am passionate about building inclusive, science-based solutions that empower smallholder farmers. I welcome connections with global researchers, policy-makers, and organizations (CGIAR, FAO, World Bank) working toward a more resilient and food-secure Africa.