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Agriculture and Natural Resource

Dean of Agriculture and Natural Resource
College Dean

Girma Abebe Adelo (PhD Candidate)

Executive Dean
Dear Colleagues,

I hope you are doing well. I am delighted to share an overview of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resource Management at Bonga University, along with some key achievements and current statistics as we continue advancing our mission. Agriculture remains a vital pillar of our nation’s economy, with more than 85% of the population depending on traditional farming systems and rainfall-based production for their livelihoods.

Despite its importance, the agricultural sector faces several persistent challenges, such as:
Limited access to modern agricultural technologies
Insufficient availability of improved seed varieties
A shortage of trained professionals and skilled manpower

At the College of Agriculture and Natural Resource Management, we are committed to addressing these challenges. By equipping our graduates with practical skills and strong theoretical foundations, we aim to drive innovation and improve agricultural productivity. Our students and alumni play a critical role in uplifting the sector and responding to these pressing issues. Together, we can strengthen the agricultural base of our country and contribute to long-term food security.

We strongly believe that practical experience must go hand in hand with academic knowledge. To enrich the learning experience of our students, we provide multiple avenues for hands-on training and real-life demonstration activities that directly align with the concepts explored in the classroom.

510

Active Students

95

Academic & Admin Staff

10

Total Departments

Programs Offered

Academic excellence across undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels

Undergraduate 10
Plant Science
Forestry
Natural Resource Management
Agricultural Economics
Soil Science
Horticulture (BSc)
Coffee Science and Technology
Animal Science
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Agribusiness and Value Chain Management
Postgraduate (Masters) 5
Forest and Nature Conservation
MSc in Biodiversity Conservation and Management
MSc in Climate Change and Food Security
Coffee Science
Animal Production
Doctoral (PhD) 1
Coffee Science

Departments

Departments under Agriculture and Natural Resource