Who We Are

In 1871 Harvard established a school for agriculture and horticulture in the Bussey Institute located in the area now part of the Arnold Arboretum. In the 1960’s, the term “agribusiness” was first coined in the by HBS Professor Dr. Ray Goldberg.

In 1871 Harvard established a school for agriculture and horticulture in the Bussey Institute located in the area now part of the Arnold Arboretum. In the 1960’s, the term “agribusiness” was first coined in the by HBS Professor Dr. Ray Goldberg.

Harvard Alumni for Agriculture and Food (Harvard Agri-Food) exists to promote interaction and communication among Harvard alumni involved in all sectors of the global agriculture and food system and to aid in their professional development and continuing education as impactful leaders. Our objectives include:

  • Hosting events that provide members with access to industry leaders and expertise.

  • Hosting events that provide members with access to Harvard faculty from a wide range of disciplines, schools; and departments.

  • Create a superior online environment that promotes community information and knowledge sharing.

  • Provide an organized forum for alumni to communicate, interact; and exchange ideas to aid in professional development and lifelong learning.

  • Disseminate career and professional opportunities.

  • Serve as a mentoring resource for Harvard students, and early and mid-career professionals interested in pursuing or advancing Agri-Food sector careers.

  • Serving as a bridge between alumni, faculty, and students to bolster support for agriculture, food, water, bio-products; and environmental initiatives on campus.