Monitoring learning and Evaluation Assistant at Worldfish, Bangladesh
Md. Mahfuzul Hasan is dedicated to advancing sustainable development and food security through his work in agricultural economics and research. With a background in both research and monitoring and evaluation, Mahfuzul aims to contribute to international research organizations, leveraging his expertise to address critical issues affecting Bangladesh.
Profile
Education:
- M.S. in Agricultural Economics (2022)
Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh
- B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics (2020)
Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh
- Higher Secondary Certificate (2015)
Science Group, Board: Dhaka
- Secondary School Certificate (2013)
Science Group, Board: Dhaka
Work Experience
- MEL Assistant, WorldFish, Bangladesh (May 2024 – Present)
Supporting project teams in conducting surveys, training enumerators, and data management for the ECOFISH II Project.
- Research Associate, Bangladesh Agricultural University (Jan 2021 – Present)
Engaged in various research projects, including socio-economic impacts of agricultural practices and food security assessments.
- Research Assistant, Department of Agribusiness and Marketing, BAU (Oct 2023 – Present)
Contributing to research on crop productivity and value chain improvements in coastal Bangladesh.
- Research Associate, Mati Bangladesh (Feb 2024 – Apr 2024)
Led a project on consumer preferences for organic food, managing all aspects from data collection to report submission.
- Research Assistant, Department of Agricultural Economics, BAU (Oct 2020 – Dec 2022)
Assisted in projects related to tilapia farming and agricultural economics.
Honors and Awards
- MS Fellow, Bangladesh Agricultural University Research System (BAURES) [2021]
- National Science and Technology (NST) Fellowship, Ministry of Science and Technology, Bangladesh [2021]
Agricultural Economics Research Focus:
1. Sustainable Environment and Climate Change:
Mahfuzul investigates the impacts of climate change on agricultural practices and food security. His research explores how climate-induced changes affect agricultural productivity and the adaptation strategies that can mitigate these effects.
2. Consumer Perception:
He examines consumer preferences and behaviors regarding agricultural products, including organic and safe food items. His work aims to understand how consumer perceptions influence market demand and how these insights can guide agricultural policy and practices.
3. Food Security:
Mahfuzul’s research addresses issues related to food security, focusing on strategies to enhance agricultural productivity and ensure stable food supplies. This includes assessing the impact of crop diversification on food security and evaluating interventions aimed at improving food access and availability.
4. Agricultural Productivity and Economic Analysis:
His work involves analyzing agricultural productivity, including the profitability of different crops and the economic impacts of various agricultural practices. This includes projects like assessing the long-term socio-economic impacts of improved crop varieties and the profitability of alternative crops.
5. Value Chain Analysis:
He studies the agricultural value chains of various crops and commodities, identifying opportunities for technological interventions and business model development to reduce postharvest losses and enhance value addition.
6. Monitoring and Evaluation (MEL):
In his role at WorldFish, Mahfuzul supports the monitoring and evaluation of agricultural and fisheries projects. This involves data collection, analysis, and reporting to assess the effectiveness of interventions and project outcomes.
Through these research areas, Md. Mahfuzul Hasan contributes to improving agricultural practices, enhancing food security, and understanding market dynamics within the field of Agricultural Economics.
Publication Top Notes:
- Exploring Consumer Perceptions and Value Addition in Street Cuisine: A Case of Kalai Ruti
Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting
2024-05-03 | DOI: 10.9734/ajeba/2024/v24i61346
- Online Mango Business Challenges and Opportunities in Rajshahi Division: A Qualitative Approach
Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting
2024-04-08 | DOI: 10.9734/ajeba/2024/v24i51322
- A Study on Supply Chain Analysis and Marketing Margin of Catfish Seed in Mymensingh District, Bangladesh
Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting
2024-03-29 | DOI: 10.9734/ajeba/2024/v24i51305
- Consumer Preferences of Fast-Food Items in Mymensingh, Bangladesh
Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science
2024-03-25 | DOI: 10.26832/24566632.2024.0901011
- The Impact of Crop Diversification on Food Security of Farmers in Northern Bangladesh
Agriculture & Food Security
2024-02-14 | DOI: 10.1186/s40066-023-00463-z
- Medical Education in Bangladesh from Student and Teacher’s Perspective: Impact and Challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic
MedEdPublish
2024-02-05 | DOI: 10.12688/mep.19761.2
- An Analysis of Area and Production Growth Rate Along with Price Forecasting of Major Pulses in Bangladesh
Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science
2023-12-25 | DOI: 10.26832/24566632.2023.080401
- Medical Education in Bangladesh from Student and Teacher’s Perspective: Impact and Challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic
MedEdPublish
2023-10-05 | DOI: 10.12688/mep.19761.1