Dr Daniel Gregg
Dr Daniel Gregg is an economist with deep expertise in quantitative analysis of agri-food systems, rural development, and agricultural and resource economics. Dr Gregg’s work prioritizes inclusivity, fairness, efficiency, and sustainability. His background spans natural resource and agricultural economics, corporate management, and web development, equipping him to lead research projects, conduct policy reviews, and design impact-focused initiatives that advance inclusive rural development.
Recent projects reflect his commitment to impactful research. He has contributed to developing smallholder-inclusive value chains for Ugandan coffee farmers, investigated timber market forecasting and housing approval trends in Australia, and established technical analysis frameworks for a national-scale natural capital assessment program. His scholarly output includes investigations into value chain quality assurance—published in the American Journal of Agricultural Economics—income-hiding in agrarian households, featured in World Development, and ongoing work examining the relationship between natural capital and farm performance.
By connecting rigorous quantitative analysis to practical policy and program design, Dr Gregg’s research enhances the effectiveness of rural development initiatives, ensuring that disadvantaged communities and marginalized groups benefit from more equitable and sustainable economic strategies.