Hao Wang

About Me

I am a PhD candidate in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Nanjing Agricultural University. My research centers on exploring non-traditional factors influencing agricultural economics, with a focus on irrational beliefs and their impact on decision-making in rural economies. By integrating behavioral economics and socio-cultural dynamics into agricultural economic models, I aim to enhance the understanding of farmer behavior under uncertainty and contribute to the development of more effective agricultural policies. My work seeks to bridge gaps in traditional economic theories by incorporating qualitative variables that affect productivity and sustainability in the agricultural sector.

Research Interests

• Behavioral anomalies in agricultural decision-making
• Impact of socio-cultural factors on farm productivity
• Non-traditional risk assessment in agriculture
• Integration of behavioral economics into agricultural policy analysis
• Economic implications of alternative farming practices
• Sustainable agriculture and resource allocation
• Dynamic modeling of rural development under uncertainty

Education

• PhD in Agricultural Economics
  Nanjing Agricultural University, 2020 – Present
• Master of Science in Agricultural Economics
  Nanjing Agricultural University, 2017 – 2020
• Bachelor of Science in Agronomy
  Nanjing Agricultural University, 2013 – 2017

Working Papers

• Wang, H.. "Singing Seeds: The Effect of Music on Germination and Farmer Well-being."
• Wang, H. & Zhang, L."Luck or Logic? How Superstitions Influence Crop Choices in Rural China." Working Paper.

Work in Progress

• The Dragon's Breath: Examining the Economic Impact of Folklore on Agricultural Risk Management
• Chickens and Chirps: Investigating the Role of Birdsong in Pest Control Strategies

Teaching Experience

• Teaching Assistant, Introduction to Agricultural Economics
  Nanjing Agricultural University, 2021 – Present
• Guest Lecturer, Sustainable Farming Practices
  Nanjing Agricultural University, Fall 2022

Awards and Honors

• Outstanding Graduate Student Award, Nanjing Agricultural University, 2022
• Academic Excellence Scholarship, Nanjing Agricultural University, 2019
• First-Class Scholarship, Nanjing Agricultural University, 2016

Professional Affiliations

• Member, China Writers Association