NDSU Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering

“This isn’t a textbook program,” said Isaac Mauch, an agricultural technology and biotechnology double major from Thief River Falls, Minnesota. “You learn it, you apply it and you understand why it works, whether that’s in the cab of a tractor, analyzing data on a computer or making real financial decisions that affect the farm operation.”

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The future of farming: NDSU’s 4-year agricultural technology degree NDSU News June 2, 2026 The future of farming: NDSU’s 4-year agricultural technology degree NDSU’s agricultural technology degree program prepares graduates to lead the farms of the future through hands-on education in agriculture, biology and physical sciences, economics and advanced tools. The ...

Our Bison Pullers team competed in Illinois at the annual ASABE International Quarter Scale Design Competition! We're proud of our students and the dedication they bring to the competition 💪

We had a blast connecting with FFA members yesterday!

Big news! The NDSU Farm Robotics Challenge student team has been named one of the Top Five Finalists in the International Farm Robotics Challenge with their SoilXplorer Robot.

The recognition highlights the hard work, dedication, and innovation of the student team, along with the support of industry partner Michael Anderson and farmer collaborator Noreen Thomas, whose insights and contributions helped bring the project to life.

More info: https://www.farmroboticschallenge.ai/2026results/division-i-finalists

Recently, the NDSU Peltier Institute held its second Advisory Board meeting, bringing together current students, agricultural producers, and industry leaders to discuss strategy and the future of ag technology.

Board members shared valuable insight and honest perspectives based on their experiences working directly within the ag tech industry and understanding the evolving needs of the field.

More exciting things are ahead for the Peltier Institute. Stay tuned!
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Check out some great pictures from our trip to Brazil!

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We recently had a fantastic weekend at Camp Wilderness near Park Rapids!

Our team had an amazing time connecting with scouts of all ages, sharing how agriculture and technology are coming together in exciting, innovative ways.

One of the biggest hits? Our VR goggles! Scouts loved stepping into the world of a bee inside a beehive, getting a firsthand look at pollination and the important role bees play in our ecosystem.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, asked questions, and made the weekend so memorable. We’re already looking forward to the next opportunity to share our work and spark curiosity in future innovators!

We're proud to recognize that Humeera Tazeen, a PhD candidate from Dr. Igathi Cannayen’s research group, brought home 1st Place in the Student Oral Presentation Competition at the ASABE North Central Intersectional Conference, held at the University of Minnesota, Saint Paul. Students and faculty of the three universities (UMN, SDSU, and NDSU) participated in the conference. Our ABEN students made a commendable impression in the conference, and they have represented our department well.

This award-winning presentation focused on the Circular Bioeconomy (CBE, the latest major technical section of ASABE) framework on sustainability and economics in poultry manure management. Six distinct pathways for waste management were explored utilizing Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Techno-Economic Assessment (TEA). Her research provides invaluable insights into transforming agricultural waste into valuable resources and evaluates the economic implications while minimizing environmental impact

In AGT 373: Tractor and Power Units, students got hands-on experience learning how to properly ballast tractors for increased pulling power and efficiency, and had a little fun along the way!

At NDSU, our Agricultural Technology program prepares students to lead the future of farming by combining science, technology, and hands-on experience. From drones and AI to precision agriculture and data analytics, students gain the skills needed to solve real-world challenges and support a growing global population.

With state-of-the-art labs, industry connections, and expert faculty, NDSU students graduate ready to make an impact in one of the fastest-growing areas of agriculture.

🔗 Learn more about how you can be part of the future of agriculture: https://www.ndsu.edu/story/shape-future-agriculture-ndsus-agricultural-technology-degree