“The Way Home” visited P.A. Stolypin Omsk State Agrarian University

In Omsk, during a press tour, we visited P.A. Stolypin Omsk State Agrarian University, where we saw not only modern equipment and technologies that make it possible to train students quickly and effectively, but also spoke directly with the agricultural students. As it turned out, most of them came from farming families, and not just in the first generation—in other words, they belonged to farming dynasties ready to take on very demanding work. That is genuinely cool, because the young people we spoke with are ordinary, level-headed young people. They are thoroughly modern young men and women who have chosen this field as their life's work and as a continuation of family traditions.

When asked why they had all chosen the agricultural sector—not just those descended from farmers—the students answered confidently: “It’s a very profitable business!” Some worked on large family farms, while others dreamed of starting their own businesses and founding dynasties of their own. They spoke about the huge prospects they see for developing agriculture in the Omsk Region.

“Yes, sometimes you have to roll up your sleeves and work, but the opportunities are enormous,” one student said, pointing to new tractor models and innovative irrigation systems.

And this work also involves a great deal of intellectual effort. You need to know a lot, be able to do a lot, study a lot, and constantly update your knowledge. In other words, it’s not a matter of learning something once and then just getting on with it. The university is actively introducing new educational programs that include not only theory but also practical training. Students complete internships on modern farms, where they put their knowledge into practice.

It’s no surprise that many of them are already thinking about launching startups in the agricultural sector. One student told us about his project to introduce drones for crop monitoring.

“It’s not just trendy, it’s effective! We can significantly cut costs and increase yields,” he said enthusiastically.

Omsk is indeed becoming a hub for agricultural innovation. Startups working on new agricultural technologies are thriving here. The city attracts investors and entrepreneurs who see the potential in this field. Exhibitions and conferences are held regularly in Omsk, bringing together the best minds in agricultural science and business.

Every year, more and more young people choose the agricultural sector as their profession. They understand that this is more than just working the land—it is an opportunity to be part of something bigger. In this context, Omsk is becoming not only an important player in Russia’s agricultural market, but also an example for other regions. Russia’s farming dynasties are ready to lead a new generation of agricultural workers toward a bright future.

Best of luck on your journey!

Regional group for relocation to Omsk and the Omsk Region