Kate Sauser

Kate is a Master of Science student in Agricultural Economics at the University of Saskatchewan, studying under Dr. Stuart Smyth since the fall of 2023. Her research focuses on zero-till equipment technologies and their impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions while increasing carbon sequestration in Saskatchewan agriculture. Her anticipated defense date will be this spring.Growing up on a mixed grain and cattle farm outside of Churchbridge, SK, Kate developed a deep passion for agriculture. Her family continues to farm there today, inspiring her commitment to advocating for farmers through research and policy. She completed her undergraduate degree in Agribusiness at the University of Saskatchewan in 2023.Kate is passionate about agriculture policy, sustainability, and international trade. After her Master’s, she will shift to pursuing a PhD in Public Policy under Dr. Stuart Smyth and Dr. Yang Yang at the Johnson Shoyoma School of Public Policy, aiming to share farmers' stories and contribute to policies that better serve agricultural producers.Outside of her research, you can find Kate officiating hockey, playing ball, traveling the world, hanging out with her cat, Richard Parker, or cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays. She is excited to contribute more blogs to SAIFood and watch the platform continue to grow.