Agricultural Research & Innovation
Advance agriculture through collaborative research, innovation, and science-based solutions.
Auburn University
Advancing agriculture through world-class education, innovative research, Extension, and global partnerships to build resilient food, farming, and natural resource systems.
WHAT WE OFFER
Extension & Producer Education
Access science-based extension programs, producer training, technical assistance, and community outreach across Alabama.
Animal & Food Systems Research
Collaborate with faculty working in animal sciences, food safety, meat science, livestock production, and nutrition.
Academic Programs
Preparing future agriculture leaders through hands-on education and research opportunities.
Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES)
Partner with one of the nation's oldest agricultural experiment stations driving applied research across Alabama.
Industry Partnerships & Workforce Development
Connect with Auburn researchers through collaborative projects, workforce development & innovation initiatives.
Marketplace
FoodU – Sustainable Campus Food Systems
FoodU integrates vertical farming, aquaponics, campus dining, and applied research to train future food system leaders while producing fresh, locally grown food using advanced technologies.
Vertical farming+9Hydroponics, Aquaponics, Campus food production, Sustainable food systems, Applied research, Student experiential learning, Food supply innovation, Industry collaboration, Smart agriculture technologies
Contact us
Research Centers & Institutes
Access Auburn's interdisciplinary research centers specializing in bioenergy, pollinator health, water resources, food systems, and agricultural innovation.
Faculty expertise+6Bee Center, Bioenergy research, Water resources, Research collaborations, Multi-disciplinary projects, Grant opportunities
Contact us
Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES)
Collaborate with Auburn's statewide agricultural research network advancing innovations in crop production, livestock, food systems, sustainability, and environmental sciences.
Extension integration+8Statewide research centers, Applied agricultural research, Industry collaboration, Faculty expertise, Grant partnerships, Technology innovation, Sustainable farming, Commercial trials
Contact us
TRUSTED BY
COLLEGE AT A GLANCE
$53.4M
RESEARCH FUNDING
14
AAES RESEARCH UNITS
100%
CAREER PLACEMENT
750+
ANNUAL AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENTS
SEE IT IN ACTION
Plays from YouTube when you press play, and YouTube may then set its own cookies. Cookie Policy
Upcoming events & trainings
No upcoming events to view
Food-Tech, Ingredients & Others
Price: Free
Ag Roundup 2026
Sep 26, 2026
8:30 am CDT
In person
Auburn University
Food-Tech, Ingredients & Others
Price: Free
Ag Alumni Homecoming Weekend 2026
Sep 25–26, 2026
8:30 am CDT
In person
Auburn UniversityArticles
Research & Publications
Retail Processing & Manufacturing+2Food Logistics & Warehousing, Grain & Cereals
Student Research Explores How Farmers Use Risk Management Strategies
An Auburn Ph.D. student is researching how risk management strategies can improve farm resilience, reduce financial stress, and support long-term agricultural sustainability.
4 August 2026 · 1 min read
Auburn University
Research & Publications
Grain & Cereals+2Food Logistics & Warehousing, Retail Processing & Manufacturing
Student Research Explores How Farmers Use Risk Management Strategies
An Auburn Ph.D. student is researching how risk management strategies can improve farm resilience, reduce financial stress, and support long-term agricultural sustainability.
4 August 2026 · 1 min read
Auburn University
Research & Publications
Grain & Cereals+1Retail Processing & Manufacturing
Auburn Faculty Honored with National NACTA Teaching Awards
Three Auburn College of Agriculture faculty members received national recognition from NACTA for outstanding contributions to teaching, student mentorship, and agricultural education.
4 August 2026 · 2 min read
Auburn University
About Us
The Auburn University College of Agriculture is one of the founding colleges of Auburn University and a nationally recognized leader in agricultural education, research, and outreach. Through innovative teaching and interdisciplinary research, the college develops science-based solutions.
Industries served
Poultry
Dairy
Retail Processing & Manufacturing
Food-Tech, Ingredients & Others
Capabilities
Industry Collaboration & Technology Transfer
Workforce Development & Training
Laboratory & Field Research
Precision Agriculture Technologies
Extension & Outreach Programs
Food Safety Research
Agricultural Research & Innovation
Poultry Science Research
Crop & Soil Science
Animal Nutrition & Health
Trust & compliance
Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES)
Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU)
National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges
USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA) Research Partner
Auburn University Research & Innovation Campus
Cooperative Extension Land-Grant Institution
Carnegie R1 Research University
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“The partnership between Auburn University and Alabama's poultry industry continues to strengthen research, education and workforce development.”
PARTNER WITH AUBURN AGRICULTURE
Connect to explore research partnerships, Extension services, workforce development and collaborative solutions that support sustainable agriculture and global food systems.