Economic scholars practitioners dedicated to studying, monitoring sharing knowledge about the changing global food system.

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10 Days Left! The deadline to apply for the FDRS Doug and Anne Richardson Research and Engagement Award is 15 June 2026. Submit your materials today! #FDRS #AgEcon #ResearchAward #FoodDistribution
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Submit your work to FDRS 2026! 4 categories: research reports, updates, symposia, teaching cases. Deadline: June 15. Conference: Oct 3–6, Hershey PA. Submit here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… #FDRS2026 #FoodDistribution

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Call for Nominations! Recognize outstanding leadership and service within FDRS. Nominate a colleague (or yourself!) for the Frank Panyko Distinguished Service Award or the Patrick J. Byrne Emerging Leadership Award. Deadline: July 1, 2026. Submit to: maria.bampasidou@ag.tamu.edu
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Sweeten up your fall plans! Join us for the 67th Annual Food Distribution Research Society (FDRS) Conference in Hershey, PA, Oct 3-7, 2026! Research sessions, networking, & more in the "Snack Food Capital of the World." Details: fdrsinc.org/2026-hershey-pa-…

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FDRS Scholarship Awards close Friday, April 24: Graduate: $1,500 (Ph.D./MS Thesis/Case Study) Undergraduate: $1,000 Submit via dept head to nkemper@uark.edu fdrsinc.org/fdrs-awards/ #FDRS #Scholarship #FoodDistribution

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Applications open for 2026 FDRS Scholarship Awards! $1,500 for best Ph.D. Dissertation, M.S. Thesis & Case Study $1,000 for best Undergrad Research Paper travel stipend to our conference in Hershey, PA Deadline: April 24, 2026 Apply: fdrsinc.org/fdrs-awards/ #FDRS #Scholarship

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From farm to festive table, the work of improving the food supply chain never stops. Happy Holidays from the entire FDRS Board of Directors! We are grateful for the dedication of our research and industry community. Wishing you a joyful season and a prosperous New Year. #FDRS
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Welcome to our new #FDRS board members! VP Research: Dr. Linlin Fan (@penn_state), VP Industry Relations: Martha Montoya (@AgToolsInc), VP Gov't Relations: Logan Moss (@NASDA), and Directors: Dr. Ryan Loy (@UArkansas), Dr. Alexis Villacis (@OhioState), Dr. Felipe Peguero (@TAMU)!
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A big thank you to our Past President, Dr. Esendugue Greg Fonsah (@universityofga), for his outstanding leadership! We're excited to welcome our new FDRS President, Dr. Samuel Zapata (@TAMU ), and our President-Elect, Dr. Maria Bampasidou (@TAMU )!
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A major highlight of #FDRS2025 was the Student Marketing Challenge! Huge congratulations to our winners: 1st Place: University of Connecticut; 2nd Place: California State University - Fresno; 3rd Place: Zamorano University Incredible work from all teams! #FutureLeaders
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Our final student award honor goes to Dr. Tina Kotsakou from Cal Poly! She is the winner of the Richardson-Applebaum Scholarship Award (Ph.D. Dissertation) for her work on the "Demand for Plant-Based Meat." (Advisor: Dr. Richard J. Sexton). A huge congratulations! #FDRS2025
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Congratulations to Logan Moss (@UniversityOfArk ) on winning the Richardson-Applebaum Scholarship Award (M.S. Case Study)! His important work focused on "Consumer Willingness to Pay for Food Products Displaying a Black-Owned Label." (Advisor: Dr. Brandon McFadden).
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Continuing our #FDRS2025 student awards! A huge congratulations to Anam Ali from Purdue University, winner of the Richardson-Applebaum Scholarship Award (M.S. Thesis)! Her timely thesis was on the "Acceptability of Gene-Edited Orange Juice" (Advisor: Dr. @ValerieKilders).
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Congratulations to Catalina Clouthier from @UniversityOfArk on winning the 2025 FDRS Outstanding Undergraduate Research Award! Her research explored "Consumer Preferences for Food Waste Reduction Technologies in Apples." (Advisor: Dr. Nathan Kemper).
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The @FDRSInc has announced Alba J. Collart as the recipient of the Frank Panyko Distinguished Service Award, recognizing her decade-long dedication to advancing food distribution research, student engagement and professional service. πŸ‘ Learn More ➑️ blogs.clemson.edu/cafls/alba…
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Continuing our #FDRS2025 awards! πŸ† A huge congratulations to Dr. Maria Bampasidou, Research Associate Professor at @TAMU, for receiving the Patrick J. Byrne Emerging Leadership Award! A fantastic recognition of her growing leadership in our field.
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Kicking off our #FDRS2025 award announcements! πŸ† We are thrilled to honor Dr. Alba J. Collart, associate professor at @ClemsonUniv, as the recipient of the prestigious Frank Panyko Distinguished Service Award. A well-deserved recognition for her outstanding service!
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That's a wrap on #FDRS2025! Thank you to everyone who joined us in San Diego for an incredible conference. Wishing you all safe travels home!
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The research sessions at #FDRS2025 are in full swing! Incredible insights and engaging discussions are happening in every room. #FoodDistribution #Research
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Join us at the #66FoodDistribution Conference! Exploring the path, provenance, & promotion in California's food landscape with leaders from supply chains, policymakers, growers, & educators. Moderated by @Agtools with @FDRSInc experts. Oct 13 | 8:30AM-10:00AM #fooddistribution
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