Interdisciplinary MS in Regenerative Agriculture
As a graduate student in this program, you will draw on knowledge from multiple disciplines (agriculture, nutrition, environmental sciences, etc.) to learn about and engage in both the research and practice of Regenerative Agriculture (RA). This approach to food and fiber production focuses on building soil health to improve and restore ecological systems while reducing the negative impacts agriculture can have on environmental, community and human health. The hope is that agriculture might be used to mitigate problems such as soil degradation and climate change, rather than exacerbate them through the implementation of regenerative farming practices. As a graduate student you will contribute to the growing body of knowledge that supports this model.
The Interdisciplinary MS program requires 30 units of coursework plus either a thesis or a project. Recommended courses include Regenerative Agriculture Management Systems, Agricultural Experimental Research, Data Analysis for Graduate Research, and Graduate Seminars. Elective courses are chosen to build the foundational knowledge of your chosen thesis or project topic such as Soil Science, Ecohydrology, Microbiology, Ecology, Geographic Information Systems, Integrated Pest Management, etc.
Currently, most students conduct research and produce a thesis, which might be independent or supported by a larger faculty-led project as determined on a case-by-case basis. Alternatively, projects are an option for students more interested in applying RA principles to specific contexts.
The Interdisciplinary MS in Regenerative Agriculture is open to students with a BS or BA degree. Learn more and apply(opens in new window).
Details about the requirements for this program can found here. (PDF) Interested students may contact Raquel Krach to ask questions and discuss available options.
Meet Our Current Graduate Students
Our students are innovative and enthusiastic! Regenerative agriculture attracts future (and present) ranchers and farmers, researchers, environmentalists and conservationists, technical service providers, and others who wish to amplify the importance of this work in the wide world. Learn more about the students who have joined our program, what they are focusing on, and hope to do next.
Other Educational Opportunities in Regenerative Agriculture
Find out about our Technical Assistance Provider Certification Program and individual courses in a systems-based approach to climate-smart agriculture.