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Louis Lab Secures Two CFAH Grants to Support Dairy Research

By Luis Garcia Covarrubias, PhD | June 2, 2025

Our lab has received two CFAH grants to advance dairy research and outreach in California, focusing on the impact of avian flu in cattle, sustainable practices, labor and automation.

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Grants Announcement

Louis Lab Awarded the W-ERME Grant

Dr. Peña-Lévano and team have received the W-ERME grant to build an educational program addressing dairy industry challenges and build resilience in California dairy farms.

Luis Garcia Covarrubias, PhD | May 26, 2025

Research presentations

Weitong presents her Research Climate Policies

On April 22, Weitong Long presented in Wageningen R&U our research on the economics of a dietary shift, afforestation and carbon taxation in China.

Weitong Long | May 16, 2025

Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Luis Wins the CWAE Mentorship & Outreach Award

Dr. Luis Peña-Lévano has been selected for the 2025 Mentorship and Outreach (Early Career) Award by the Committee on Women in Agricultural Economics of the AAEA

Luis Garcia-Covarrubias, PhD | May 8, 2025

Research presentations

Jalyssa Beaudry defends her M.Sc. Thesis

Jalyssa M. Beaudry presented her thesis on “The Impact of Milking Frequency in Automated Milking Systems on Milk Production and Milk Revenue?” at UW-Madison.

By Luis Peña-L. , PhD |Madison, WI – May 7, 2025

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USDA Launches $10 Billion Assistant Program for Farmers

USDA-ECAP will provide $10 Billion to support agricultural producers that are facing rising input costs or dwindled commodity prices.

Luis Garcia-C & Luis Peña-Lévano | March 19, 2025

Research Presentations

Dr. Peña-Lévano is Appointed Associate Editor of ARER

Dr. Luis Peña-Lévano, leader of Louis Lab, will become Associate Editor of the Agricultural and Resource Economics Review (ARER) on March 1, 2025.

Luis Garcia-C. , Fresno – March 1, 2025

Research Presentations

Louis Lab at UC Davis at the World Ag Expo 2025

At the World Ag Expo in Tulare, CA, our team engaged with a diverse audience to discuss some of today’s most pressing dairy economics challenges.

Luis Garcia-C. & J. Briceño | Feb 17, 2025

Workshop & Training

Attending a CGE modeling Workshop in Singapore

Dr. Luis recently attended the “Energy and Environmental CGE Modeling Using GAMS” workshop in Singapore on a five-day program on January 13-17, 2025.

L. Peña-Lévano & J. Briceño | Jan 27, 2025

Visits & Tours

Turning Manure Into Power: A Visit to Judith's Farm

Our tour of Judith String’s East German dairy farm showcased how biodigesters are used in dairy farms, transforming cow manure into clean, sustainable energy.

Karl Boy, PhD & J Briceño | Jan 24, 2025

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The Battle Against Avian Flu in U.S. Dairy

In Spring 2024, U.S. dairy farmers began noticing a decline in milk production, and what seemed like a minor anomaly quickly turned into a nationwide concern.

Luis Peña-Levano | Jan, 11