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Department of Agricultural Sciences

We carry out research that benefits farmers and finds sustainable solutions for agriculture. This takes place in collaboration with actors from businesses, management, and other research institutions.

An agricultural machine stands in the cornfield at Blæstad. Four students are standing next to it, talking to each other.

At the department, we have research and development projects on soil, fertilisation, grazing, animal husbandry, plant cultivation and mechanisation. We are organised in one research group at the department with a wide professional expertise and with good knowledge of Norwegian agricultural conditions. We work cross-functionally and are also involved in other research groups at the faculty. We see new technology and circular solutions as part of the future. Our institute is located at campus Blæstad.

We offer education at bachelor and master level, and have study programs in agronomy (bachelor's degree), agricultural engineering (bachelor's degree) and sustainable agriculture (master's degree), as well as a one-year programme in agriculture and organic farming (part-time and online). All our studies are taught in Norwegian. In a Nordic context, both agricultural engineering and organic farming are unique studies. Organic farming is a one-year programme that runs over the course of two years and is online so that it is convenient for everyone, including those in a job situation. Agricultural engineering, agronomy and agriculture take place on campus and a high level of attendance is expected of students. 

For us it is important that students get hands on experience. Therefore, practical and field-based training is often included in the syllabus. The students take an active part in the research work and are given room to develop their own ideas in the garage or in the field. Our students are attractive in the job market.

Agricultural education for 100 years - Blæstad celebrates

On 5 November 1923, the first students entered the small farmer's school in Blæstad. In 2023, it is a vibrant and future-oriented study center that welcomes you to celebrate. The article is only available in Norwegian.

Fagpodden

Fagpodden is a subject podcast (in Norwegian) of agricultural researchers at Blæstad that deals with agricultural topics for both the students of the one-year programme in agriculture and other interested parties. Here you can sit on the tractor in the spring (or in the car during rush hour) and get some agricultural training!