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Our MIU and Community History with Organic Agriculture

1980

MIU launches Radiance Dairy

40 years ago MIU established a Jersey cow organic dairy farm to supply unhomogenized creamline milk to the university and community. Now known as the Radiance Dairy, this organic farm has continued to grow over the years. Through rotational grazing and the establishment of perennial prairie grasses, Radiance Dairy has restored over 700 acres of land in our community, all while providing delicious cheeses, yogurt and milk products.

1982

Soil Technologies Corp

As a major sponsor of the MIU - Department of Regenerative Agriculture, Soil Technologies Corp. has developed, manufactured and distributed low toxic and naturally derived products approved for organic agriculture right here in Fairfield, Iowa. With a customer base that extends across the globe, Soil Technologies Corp has been helping producers improve yields and soil health since 1982.

2000

Organic Commercial Greenhouses

MIU personnel have also worked together to establish commercial greenhouses in our area. In the early 2000’s they established 2.5 acres of greenhouse space, now known as Jorge’s Organics, that still produces organic vegetables for MIU’s all organic cafeteria.

2000

The Organic and Non-GMO Report

founded in Fairfield almost 20 years ago, is a publication dedicated to the industry of organic and non-gmo agriculture. With online and print publications available, the Organic and Non-GMO Report has been an important source of information for the USA organic food and agriculture industry.

2011

Ecovillages Break Ground in Fairfield

Fairfield, Iowa is also home to a number of ecovillages and sustainable housing developments. On the outskirts of town you can find SoFair Farms, a small tiny home community that is a haven for homesteaders and individuals looking to reconnect with nature. Just north of the MIU campus you can also find the Abundance Eco Village. Here, community members can enjoy sustainable housing options encapsulated by a permaculture-based landscape.

2015

HRI Labs Established on Campus

As a leading authority on sustainability in food and agricultural systems, the Health Research Institute is located on the MIU campus. HRI labs investigates the relationship between regenerative agricultural practices, the safety and nutritional value of foods, and consumer health and well-being.

2015

Farm Center

An on-campus MIU Regenerative Organic Farm Center for teaching and research was founded.

2017

Abundant Biology is Founded

Abundant Biology is a compost and biological agriculture service company, founded by an MIU graduate, that provides high-quality compost products to farmers and businesses in our area.

MS Regenerative Organic Agriculture

This online Master of Science degree was designed for agri-business professionals and producers

Developed by professionals with extensive experience in organic agriculture production and research, this program will give students the opportunity to become an expert in the emerging field of regenerative agriculture.This unique program is 100% online and can be completed in 16 months with part time enrollment.

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BA Regenerative Organic Agriculture

Under the guidance of experienced organic farmers, students have the opportunity to earn their bachelor’s degree both in the field and in the classroom with our integrative program.

The ROA bachelor’s degree embraces a holistic, systems-based approach to farm management and ecological design that actively regenerates the environment and provides you with foundational knowledge in soil regeneration, water conservation, plant sciences, and permaculture design.

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Certificate of Regenerative Organic Agriculture

From seed to sale, this ten-month intensive program gives students the experience and knowledge required to manage a certified organic farm.

Our certificate program will teach students a holistic, systems-based approach to farm management and ecological design that actively regenerates the environment and provides you with foundational knowledge in soil regeneration, water conservation, plant sciences, and permaculture design.

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2020-21 College Salary Report
Survey by PayScale

Median salaries for MIU:
Early Career Pay - $63,000
Mid-Career Pay - $118,200

The 2020-2021 College Salary Report is based on PayScale's survey of 3.5 million alumni respondents from US colleges and universities.

PayScale is the world's leading provider of compensation data and software.

2020-21 College Salary Report
Survey by PayScale

Median salaries for MIU:
Early Career Pay - $63,000
Mid-Career Pay - $118,200

The 2020-2021 College Salary Report is based on PayScale's survey of 3.5 million alumni respondents from US colleges and universities.

PayScale is the world's leading provider of compensation data and software.