Daniel Sumner

Daniel Sumner is a professor of agricultural economics at the University of California, Davis. He has a background in agricultural policy and economics, having served as the former Undersecretary for Economics at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Sumner is well-versed in the agricultural landscape of California, particularly in the Central Valley, where he has analyzed the production and export of fruits, vegetables, and nuts. His expertise includes understanding labor markets and the economic challenges faced by farmers, especially in relation to immigration and workforce availability.