Undergraduate Research
Work alongside faculty on research projects—or develop your own—with up to $2,000 in annual research funding available for eligible students.
Center of Excellence
Build Your Future in Agriculture
Located in the heart of Northwest Iowa, the Institute for Agriculture provides hands-on learning opportunities that prepare students to lead the future of agriculture. Through research, internships, travel, entrepreneurship, and industry partnerships, you'll gain the knowledge and experience to make an immediate impact.
Agriculture Starts Here
Learn Where Agriculture Leads
Northwest Iowa is home to some of the nation's most innovative agricultural businesses and producers. As a BVU student, you'll learn alongside experienced faculty while building connections with industry leaders through internships, research, and experiential learning.
Why the Institute for Agriculture?
Experiences That Set You Apart
Industry Connections
Build relationships with agricultural leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators through internships, networking, and classroom experiences led by faculty with industry expertise.
Travel Experiences
Expand your perspective through domestic and international travel opportunities that connect agriculture to global food systems and industry innovation.
Entrepreneurship
Have an idea that could shape the future of agriculture? Partner with the Lamberti Center for Rural Entrepreneurship to develop your business concept and explore funding opportunities.
Why Northwest Iowa?
Students are minutes from leading agricultural businesses, farms, research organizations, and internship opportunities, creating an unmatched environment for experiential learning.
Grow Your Future
Prepare for careers in agriculture through hands-on learning, meaningful industry partnerships, and real-world experiences.