Ag Systems Technology, Ag & Biosystems Engineering and Precision Agriculture. Driving the future of agriculture through engineering, precision and technology.
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Congratulations to our new officers of the Graduate Student Association of the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Department at SDSU, and thank you for stepping up to lead and support our graduate student community.
We look forward to a great year ahead!
ALT President: Solomon Edo
ALT Vice President: Tulsi Ram Pokhrel
ALT Treasurer: Saurav Marahatta
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Congratulations to James Kemeshi, PhD Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering, for earning first place at the SRSCAD Graduate Poster Competition!
This event featured an outstanding showcase of scholarship featuring nearly 100 graduate posters.
Congratulations, James!
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Congratulations to ABE students on their success at the 2026 ASABE North Central Regional Meeting in St. Paul!
Samir Bhandari, graduate student of Dr. Pappu Yadav, placed 1st in the poster competition, while Manoj Lamichhane, graduate student of Dr. Sushant Mehan, placed 2nd.
ALT Manoj Lamichhane, graduate student of Dr. Sushant Mehan
ALT Samir Bhandari, graduate student of Dr. Pappu Yadav
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Congratulations to Bryce Haubenschild on receiving the Outstanding Sophomore of the Year Award at the Ag Week Banquet!
Bryce is an undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Systems Technology with a specialization in Precision Agriculture.
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Mark Your Calendars! โ๏ธ
The ABE Summer Day Camp is coming this June at South Dakota State University!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register! โฌ๏ธ
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Weโre proud to highlight some of ABEโs Fall 2025 graduates ๐
From their time at SDSU to their next steps, get to know the experiences and stories shaping their professional journeys.
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At the PRAG Advisory Council meeting, students presented internship experiences through posters.
The event brought together industry professionals and faculty, highlighting real-world learning and valuable networking opportunities.
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Congratulations to Bhupendra Sen Thakuri, an undergraduate student of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering who has been awarded a $2,500 Joseph F. Nelson Award for Undergraduate Research by the SDSU Honors college. Bhupendraโs research mentor is Dr. Sushant Mehan.
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๐งJATEC Inspection Trip๐ง
Members of the Jackrabbit Agriculture Technology and Engineering Club traveled to the Omaha area for industry tours. The club students were able to visit six companies to learn about different sectors of the agriculture and engineering industries.
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JATEC welcomed several South Dakota State University alumni this semester to share their experiences in agriculture, leadership, and innovation. Thanks to Brad Meyer, Sam Meyer, Carson Kahler, and Andrew Mairose for speaking with our students!
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30 Agricultural Systems Technology & Precision Agriculture students attended an ag industry event in Huron, SD with Agtegra Cooperative. Students explored livestock handling, planter demos, AI in agriculture, agronomy plots, and careers. Thank you, Agtegra!
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Six SDSU Fluid Power Club & Vehicle Challenge students toured Danfoss Power Solutions, Nott Company, and SunSource to explore hydraulic labs, manufacturing, and real-world fluid power systems while learning about career pathways.
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50 Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering, Agricultural Systems Technology, and Precision Ag students traveled to San Antonio for Commodity Classic 2026.
They attended educational sessions, explored cutting-edge precision ag technology, and connected with industry leaders.๐พ๐
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๐ Congratulations, Kyle! ๐
2026 Alumni Mentor Program Spotlight
From Agricultural Systems Technology at SDSU to a career with Corteva Agriscience, Kyle used mentorship and real-world connections to launch his professional journey.
Read more about his story below! ๐
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Proud of our students who placed at the 11th Annual 3MT Competition at SDSU!
๐ฅ Solomon Edo - PhD, Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering
๐ฅ Rajesh Dangal - PhD, Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering
Solomon will represent SDSU at Regionals in Kansas City this March!
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The South Dakota Water Resources Institute is seeking a Part-Time Communications & Marketing Coordinator to support outreach, engagement, and visibility efforts.
Learn more and apply by clicking the link.
linkedin.com/jobs/view/43715โฆ
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11 May 2025
100-Year Anniversary Alumni Feature... Max DeLong!
Born and raised in Brookings, with deep roots in agriculture. DeLong earned his degree in Agricultural Engineering from SDSU
His advice: "Take advantage of all the opportunities for additional training and formal education."
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1 Apr 2025
๐ 100-YEAR ALUMNI FEATURE
๐ฑMeet Noah Thaler!
Growing up near Brookings, SDSU was always part of his life. Now, as an Ag Systems Tech grad, he designs livestock barns/facilities & serves on the SD Pork Producers board.๐ท๐
His advice? โTake every opportunity to travel!โโ๏ธ
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21 Mar 2025
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Anjineyulu to South Dakota State University as a Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellow!๐โจ Join us in congratulating Dr. Anjineyulu on this remarkable achievement! ๐
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4 Mar 2025
Meet Mike Jaspers!๐ก From farm fields to state leadership, Mike is a 1993 SDSU Mechanized Ag grad. Mike has built a career spanning agriculture, politics, and rural development.๐ก Today, Mike is the Business Development Director at East River Electric.โก๏ธ
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