IDAAS

Institute for Digital and Advanced Agricultural Systems

Using data, science, and innovation to advance agriculture’s future.

Welcome to Purdue University’s Institute for Digital and Advanced Agricultural Systems (IDAAS) hub, we are on a mission to revolutionize farming with cool gadgets and smart data. At Purdue's Institute for Digital and Advanced Agricultural Systems , you will learn how digital tools and data science are transforming farming. By using devices for data collection and analysis, we are making agriculture more efficient and sustainable. From automation and data management to UAVs for remote sensing, you'll explore cutting-edge technologies improving various agricultural sectors. Whether you are into animal agriculture or crop management, there's something for everyone passionate about innovation in farming.

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One Health & Digital Technologies

Join us for a dynamic day at the intersection of One Health and digital technologies, hosted by the Purdue Institute for Digital and Advanced Agricultural Systems (IDAAS) and the Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine. This event will bring...

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From research to the field — discover how IDAAS is advancing digital agriculture.

Capturing the mission of IDAAS, we unite digital technology, data, and innovation to reimagine agriculture — helping farmers, researchers, and industry partners build more sustainable, resilient, and efficient systems for the future.

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Data-Driven Growth

Resources, Education and more

Educational Opportunities

The College of Agriculture offers multiple opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to gain knowledge and skills in data science and digital agriculture.

Education Programs

Digital Agriculture Resources toolbox

We have compiled a list of more than 30 spreadsheets on topics of field crops, fertilizer recommendations, economics, data management, animal agriculture, and more.

DAR Toolbox

Institutes and Centers

In addition to IDAAS, Purdue has several research centers and institutes with complementary efforts in research, outreach, and educational programs. For the list, see the full list.

Related Institutes and Centers

Research and Innovation

As big data continues to redefine processes and possibilities in agriculture, Purdue University helps lead the way through innovative, interdisciplinary research.

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International Outreach

International Outreach focuses on building global connections, fostering collaboration, and promoting impact initiatives in science, technology, and innovation.

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Extension outreach

Through Extension, faculty, partnerships, and other digital agriculture advocates, the impact of digital agriculture will grow as new ideas and opportunities spread.

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Contact and Engagement

Contact Us

Dennis Buckmaster
Director for IDAAS
Professor, Agricultural & Biological Engineering
digitalag@purdue.edu

Ignacio Ciampitti
Co-Director for IDAAS
Professor, Agronomy
digitalag@purdue.edu

Bill Bogan
Managing DIrector for IDAAS
digitalag@purdue.edu

Melinda Smith
Project Manager for IDAAS
smit2732@purdue.edu

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