| The innovative spirit of agricultural and biological engineers existed long before ASABE. Cyrus McCormicks invention of the mechanical reaper is a perfect example. He recognized a need and, by combining his knowledge of mechanics with an understanding of the biological characteristics of soil and plant material, he changed American agriculture forever. Men like John Deere and Eli Whitney followed.
Their innovative spirit carries on in agricultural and biological engineers today. These professionals focus their expertise on the development of high-speed tractors that are both safe and practical…and apply their keen grasp of biology to help minimize or eliminate the use of farm pesticides. Our members also lead the effort to convert agricultural products, by-products, and wastes into alternative fuels. In addition, agricultural and biological engineers:
- Pioneered conservation tillage techniques
- Developed the first successful grain aeration system
- First developed nondestructive spectroscopic technology for the evaluation of grain quality
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- Designed the Slow-Moving Vehicle emblem
- Produced the first commercially viable round hay baler
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