Founded in 1818 as a response to severe famines, the University of Hohenheim is Stuttgart’s oldest university and today ranks among the leading centers for agricultural research and food sciences. With its unique range of disciplines in Germany, it combines natural, economic, social, and communication sciences to develop holistic solutions for global challenges. Research and teaching are characterized by innovation, strong international networks, and a clear focus on bioeconomy – the sustainable economy of the future.

Closely linked to the university’s profile is the Institute of Agricultural Engineering, which plays a key role in shaping agricultural technology for the digital and bioeconomy-driven future. It researches innovative machines, processes, and systems that combine productivity, resource efficiency, and environmental protection. Modern approaches such as digitalization, robotics, sensor technology, and artificial intelligence open up new opportunities – from crop production and animal husbandry to post-harvest and conversion technologies. The goal is to develop technologies that adapt to biological processes, thereby making a central contribution to sustainable and competitive agriculture.