# United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Provider: [U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)](https://programs.cccareers.org/providers/u-s-department-of-agriculture-usda)

- Program type: Not listed
- Branches: All branches
- Format: In person
- Length: Duration not listed
- Locations: AK
- Website: https://www.usda.gov/our-agency/initiatives/veterans/veterans-and-employment
- Contact: Barry Culbreath, barry.culbreath@usda.gov
- Page: https://programs.cccareers.org/programs/u-s-department-of-agriculture-usda-united-states-department-of-fbhplr

## Summary

Agricultural Economist

## Job description

Conducts complex studies, planning, data collection (e.g., yield trends, price dynamics), quantitative modeling, and drawing interpretative conclusions to inform policy decisions. Advises agency leadership on changes in crop insurance design, risk strategies, or legislation, often translating economic insights into actionable policy recommendations. Assess actuarial soundness, estimate expected losses, forecast demand, and weigh economic viability for product modifications or new offerings. Collaborates closely with actuaries, providing data and economic rationale to support rate setting, coverage thresholds, and premium structures. Ensures crop and livestock insurance programs are actuarially robust, economically justified, and policy ready.

## Locations

- AK, 64105

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