Dr. Ram N. Acharya is an Applied Economist in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agricultural Business, New Mexico State University. He teaches applied production economics, advanced agribusiness marketing, global food supply chain management, and international agricultural trade. He was recently awarded a distinguished teaching award. His current research focuses on improved agricultural production practices, food safety and security in developing countries, the impact of international business on food markets, and climate change. Dr. Acharya also has been serving the profession as one of the managing editors of the International Food and Agribusiness Management Review since 2012.