The Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences is one of the oldest and most important faculties of Somali National University. Originally established as the Faculty of Agriculture in 1971, it was created to support Somalia’s agricultural development, increase food production, reduce poverty, and minimize dependence on food imports and food aid. Over the years, the faculty has produced skilled professionals who have contributed to the expansion of cropland, the improvement of cereal production, and the application of modern agricultural techniques across the country.

Following the collapse of the academic system during the civil war in 1991, Somali National University was re-opened in 2014, and the faculty was renamed the Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. This change reflected the growing need to address both agricultural development and environmental challenges, especially food insecurity, climate change, land degradation, and natural resource management. The faculty currently consists of key academic areas, including General Agriculture, Environmental Science, and related specialized fields that support national development priorities.

Today, the Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences plays a leading role in preparing competent, visionary, and competitive graduates who can contribute to solving Somalia’s agricultural and environmental problems. The faculty currently offers undergraduate programs in Bachelor of Agriculture Science, Bachelor of Environmental Science, and Bachelor of Plant Protection. It is also working to establish new departments, including Soil Science and Crop Production, as well as future postgraduate programs in General Agriculture and Environmental Science to strengthen research, innovation, and professional training in the country.