Leonard Polzin
Agricultural economist specializing in dairy markets, policy analysis, risk management, and farm financial management.
Dairy Markets and Policy Outreach Specialist, UW-Madison Division of Extention College of Agricultural and Life Sciences UW Extension Work: 608-316-0960 lpolzin@wisc.edu Home page
Topics
- Analyzes dairy markets and Federal Milk Marketing Orders, explaining how pricing, regulations, and market trends affect dairy farmers, processors, and consumers.
- Helps farmers and agribusinesses understand financial risks and tools to navigate volatility and economic uncertainty.
- Studies the economic contributions of dairy farms and agribusiness, assessing their impact on employment, local economies, and broader industry trends.
- Evaluates farm financial decisions and policy changes, providing insights on profitability, investment strategies, and long-term business sustainability.
- Works with industry leaders, policymakers, and producers to conduct applied economic research, supporting informed decision-making in dairy markets and agricultural policy.
Achievements
- Leonard is a frequent speaker at industry conferences, delivering keynote addresses and presentations that provide insights into dairy market trends, policy developments, and risk management.
- Publishes research and industry articles on dairy markets, risk management, and policy, contributing to academic journals, extension publications, and trade magazines.
- IFAMA award for agribusiness strategy and market analysis.