Agricultural engineering

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Agricultural engineering

Agricultural engineering (/ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃərəl ˌɛndʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ/) is a branch of engineering that deals with the design, construction, and improvement of farming equipment and machinery. The term is derived from the Latin words ager meaning "field" and ingenium meaning "cleverness".

Agricultural engineering combines the disciplines of mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering and chemical engineering and uses them to solve problems in the realm of agriculture. It is an important field in the modern world due to its role in food production, which is necessary for human survival.

History

The history of agricultural engineering dates back to the mechanization of agriculture in the 19th century with the invention of the cotton gin and the reaper. The field has since evolved to include a wide range of technologies and techniques, including irrigation, drainage, and soil conservation.

Sub-disciplines

There are several sub-disciplines within agricultural engineering, including:

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