Mackenzie Lee
Paradise,UT
Summary
Agricultural Business Master’s candidate at Utah State University and former Western AgCredit Farm Credit Fellow. Combines a lifetime of hands-on experience on a family dairy and alfalfa operation with technical expertise in credit analysis, and organic production systems. Proven ability to bridge the gap between complex financial modeling and practical field operations, specifically within the Northern Utah agricultural landscape
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Utah State University
Logan, UT
09.2023 - Current
- Lead economic research on organic alfalfa production in Northern Utah, analyzing market viability and production risks for local producers.
- Develop financial models to assist growers in cost-benefit analysis for transitioning to organic systems.
Production Specialist
Sagamore Farm
Paradise, UT
01.2010 - Current
- Contributed to daily operation of a family dairy (through 2013) and transition to alfalfa production.
- Extensive experience in irrigation management, equipment operation, and livestock husbandry.
- Assisted in planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops following best agricultural practices.
Sales and Support
Valley Implement
Logan, UT
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Facilitated equipment solutions and parts support for Cache Valley producers, gaining deep knowledge of machinery values and depreciation—critical for collateral risk assessment.
- Managed client relationships and provided technical support for modern agricultural equipment.
- Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
Research Assistant
Utah State University
Logan, UT
09.2018 - 04.2022
- Conducted data collection and economic analysis for regional agricultural projects, such as alfalfa and dairy cattle.
- Analyzed production costs and agricultural credit trends to support departmental research.
Education
Master of Science - Agricultural Business
Utah State University
Logan, UT05-2026
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
Utah State University
Logan, UT05-2023
Skills
- Financial Analysis: Proficient in credit underwriting, balance sheet analysis, and agricultural risk modeling
- Production AG: Expertise in alfalfa, dairy management, livestock, and heavy equipment
- Communication: Strong background in technical writing and member focused relationship management
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
Western AgCredit Farm Credit Fellow 2023
- Selected as one of eight USU students to participate in a selective partnership program between Western AgCredit and the USU Applied Economics department.
- Credit Analysis: Completed intensive training on the "Five C's of Credit," performing deep-dive financial analysis on real-world agricultural loan scenarios.
- Association Integration: Participated in specialized seminars at the Western AgCredit headquarters, focusing on cooperative lending structures and credit risk management.
Timeline
Sales and Support
Valley Implement
03.2024 - 09.2024
Graduate Research Assistant
Utah State University
09.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Utah State University
09.2018 - 04.2022
Production Specialist
Sagamore Farm
01.2010 - Current
Master of Science - Agricultural Business
Utah State University
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
Utah State University