BA in Regenerative Organic Agricultureonline or on-campus

Sustainable is not enough

Connect with nature and be a part of the solution
Gain hands-on experience in running a regenerative, organic farm
Learn how to regenerate soils, maximize water efficiency, and increase biodiversity
Receive personalized mentorship from experts
Connect with a network of farms across the US

MIU also offers a Bachelor’s Specialization in Regenerative Organic Agriculture for transfer students looking to graduate sooner.

Sustainable is not enough

Connect with nature and be a part of the solution
Gain hands-on experience in running a regenerative, organic farm
Learn how to regenerate soils, maximize water efficiency, and increase biodiversity
Receive personalized mentorship from experts
Connect with a network of farms across the US

MIU also offers a Bachelor’s Specialization in Regenerative Organic Agriculture for transfer students looking to graduate sooner.

What is regenerative agriculture?

Regenerative agriculture is a systems-based approach to agriculture that leverages natural ecology to build soil, improve water efficiency, and increase biodiversity while emphasizing healthy food, feed, and fiber as the foundation of a strong community.

The healing of the land and the purification of the human spirit is the same process. -Masanobu Fukuoka

Think global, act local

At MIU, we believe that global sustainability starts with self-sufficiency and that we must put in the work to build a food system that regenerates the greater ecosystem and creates resilient, well-nourished communities. Our program is about creating social entrepreneurs who have the technical competencies and management skills necessary to pursue the growing opportunities in regenerative agriculture.

Student testimonials

Safari C.

Field consultant
Les Griffes in Languedoc-Rousillan, France

”Being a ROA student means you’ll be tested both mentally and physically, and the reward is an experience matchless to any other”

Emily M.

Organic Shepherd
Eugene, Oregon

“The ROA program helped me discover my passion for agriculture and turn it into a career. I loved how hands on it was with a focus on real life skills.”

Ruey M.

Founder of the International Ancestral Medicine Institute
Honoria, Peru

“I learned the only way to grow nutrient-dense food is to be patient, attentive, and disciplined, the same skills it takes to build anything from the ground up.”

Featured faculty

Steve McLaskey

Steve received his PhD in horticulture from Cornell University in 1997 and has spent over 25 years farming vegetables in the Midwest. Steve brings a wealth of experience and wisdom to the ROA team with his extensive knowledge in plant physiology, pest, and disease identification, biodynamic applications, and organic certification. He is also one of the lead organizers for the farm’s operational management and cropping strategy.