Xiaoxue Du

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Xiaoxue Du is a rising scholar in agricultural and resource economics, whose research centers on the adoption of labor-saving technologies in the dairy industry and their broader economic impacts. Her most-cited work, *A General-Equilibrium Model of Labor-Saving Technology Adoption: Theory and Evidences from Robotic Milking Systems in Idaho* (2022), provides a pioneering framework for understanding how automation reshapes farm structure and labor markets. By developing a general-equilibrium model and testing it against survey data from Idaho—a top dairy state—Du reveals that while robotic milking systems boost productivity, they also concentrate production among fewer, larger farms and reduce on-farm employment. Her findings challenge simplistic narratives of technology as a universal benefit, highlighting instead the complex trade-offs for rural communities. With 5 citations to date, this paper is gaining traction among scholars studying agricultural automation and structural change. Du’s work is notable for bridging rigorous economic theory with real-world policy relevance, offering critical insights for stakeholders navigating the future of food production. Her research positions her as a key voice in debates over technology, labor, and sustainability in agriculture.