Purdue University ABE

05/22/2026

Congratulations, Abigail Engelberth! Purdue University Teaching Academy recognized the associate professor of Purdue University ABE for her excellence in teaching, innovation in teaching methodology, teaching-related service, and scholarship in teaching and learning. https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/2026/Q2/purdue-university-teaching-academy-announces-11-inductees-for-2026/

05/19/2026

Roadside mowing is inherently dangerous, time-consuming and costly. The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) spends approximately $18 million annually maintaining more than 40,000 acres of roadside vegetation. Contractors must often operate just feet from high-speed traffic, sometimes crossi...

05/18/2026

Even if you don’t know much about beef or dairy production, if you imagine a ranch or a milking barn, you probably picture different cattle breeds. A shiny Black Angus makes a great steak, whereas a black and white Holstein produces creamy milk.

05/14/2026

Purdue’s American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) student chapter energized the campus this year by hosting its first Midwest Regional Rally in 15 years. The event drew more than 90 students from seven universities. Students took part in hands-on activities, built lasting ...

05/04/2026

Deep space exploration isn't an "if." It's a "when."

At Purdue University, scientists are working to make science fiction science fact, ushering in this new era of life in space. With it comes many challenges – how will astronauts survive such high radiation levels? How will they get the medicine they need?

Marshall Porterfield's lab in Purdue University ABE is engineering bioregenerative systems to keep humans healthy far from Earth as part of NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's Lunar Effects on Agricultural Flora (LEAF) mission on Artemis IV. 🚀 🌱

05/04/2026

04/30/2026

Thank you to all who supported during yesterday.

04/29/2026

You've seen the emails. You've gotten the texts. You know today is . Do you remember your time in ? The hours spent in the classroom, in the shop, in the lab, learning with your hands? Help us make sure ABE students continue to get that top-notch experience and give today: https://purdue.university/ag_abe

04/28/2026

Hear from Ag Systems Management senior Lane Banks on his Study Abroad in Ireland:
From traveling from historical sights to visiting the Guiness Brewing Factory in Dublin, I had a wonderful time in Ireland. I also had the great opportunity learning about the different agricultural practices got to tour several farms in Ireland. It was truly an incredible experience that I will never forget!

04/24/2026

Curious about studying Biological Engineering at Purdue? Watch Evey Brooks share 3 things she loves about her major.
To learn more about Agricultural and Biological Engineering, visit: purdue.ag/bio-engineering

04/15/2026

After earning her degree in agricultural engineering, Megan Casey is exploring ways to improve water management and ecosystem recovery.