• Overview
    Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU) is located in the main urban area of Wuhan, Hubei province in central China. It was founded in 1898 during the reign of Emperor Guangxu (1871-1908) of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) by Zhang Zhidong,the then-governor of Hubei and Hunan provinces, as the Hubei Farming School in China. [Read More]

    History
    1898-1911 During the reign of Emperor Guangxu (1871-1908) of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), Zhang Zhidong, the then-governor of Hunan and Hubei provinces, established the Hubei Farming School. [Read More]

    Leadership
    Leadership of CPC Committee of HZAU [Read More]

    Charter
    Huazhong Agricultural University(HZAU), formerly known as Hubei Agricultural School, was founded in 1898 and later built into Huazhong Agricultural College in 1952. In 1985, the University got its present name. [Read More]

    Organization
    General Office,Office of Discipline Inspection Commission,Supervision DivisionInspection Work Leading Group Office of CPC HZAU Committee [Read More]

  • News
    The latest news and significant events at HZAU will be released. [Read More]

    Events
    Detailed information about upcoming events at HZAU will be released. This includes the latest previews and schedules for academic lectures, forums, competitions, and more. [Read More]

    Specials
    From in-depth features on groundbreaking research and outstanding faculty achievements to behind-the-scenes looks at major events and student success stories, the Specials column provides a rich, immersive experience.  [Read More]

    Photos and Videos
    This column showcases the highlights of various cultural activities both on and off campus, including traditional festivals, artistic performances, cultural lectures, and student club activities. [Read More]

  • Undergraduates
    The school adheres to the principle of fostering integrity and encouraging people committed to nurturing well-rounded talents who meet the demands of technological, economic, and social development. These talents should be characterized by comprehensive development in moral, intellectual, physical, aesthetic, and labor education.  [Read More]

    Graduates
    The university's graduate education dates back to 1953, making it one of the first institutions nationwide authorized to confer doctoral and master's degrees. The university is authorized to grant doctoral degrees in disciplines such as science,engineering, agriculture, and management, with 16 first-level discipline doctoral degree-granting programs and two professional doctoral degree-granting programs (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Doctor of Biology and Medicine). [Read More]

    International Students
    The education of international students in our school can be traced back to 1960. In 2003, it became the first batch of pilot units in China for "high-level experts to train highly educated international students". Adhering to the principle of "giving priority to quality, optimizing structure and developing with characteristics", our school mainly recruits and trains high-level international students in China around the advantageous and characteristic disciplines such as crop science, horticulture,animal husbandry, veterinary medicine, food science and engineering. [Read More]

    Continuing Education
    The continuing education program at Huazhong Agricultural University began in the early 1950s, initially focusing on short-term training courses for government management departments. In 1960, the university established a correspondence department,marking the beginning of its history in higher agricultural correspondence education. [Read More]

  • Research Progress
    The column highlights cutting-edge projects, innovative experiments, and significant discoveries made by our dedicated researchers and scholars.  [Read More]

    Discipline Construction
    Over the past three decades, HZAU focused on elevating the agricultural related disciplines with advanced bio-scientific technology while advancing the development of biological disciplines out of its strong root of traditional agricultural disciplines. [Read More]

    Institutes
    HZAU has two national key laboratories, one national-local joint engineering laboratory, four specialized laboratories, and 26 ministerial-level key (engineering) laboratories. [Read More]

    Publications
    The Journal Center of the Academy of Science and Technology Development at Huazhong Agricultural University was established in May 2019.  [Read More]

    Research Cooperation
    A relatively stable research collaboration network has been established with over 120 foreign (overseas) research institutions and universities, facilitating substantial international (regional) cooperation in research and exchange. [Read More]

  • Campus View
    The campus is located in the main urban area of Wuhan, Hubei province. Nestled on Shizishan and surrounded by lakes on three sides,it spans a 5-square-kilometer picturesque campus with 9 kilometers of romantic lakeside, 10 kilometers of forest roads, and 6.6 kilometers of scenic greenways.  [Read More]

    Student Life
    The school boasts extensive facilities for science popularization, sports, and cultural activities, as well as a student activity center.  [Read More]

    Useful Info
    HZAU has a fleet of 15 campus tour vehicles, operating on two routes. These vehicles are managed in accordance with industry standards and relevant regulations to provide convenient intra-campus transportation services for all faculty, staff, and students. [Read More]

    Library
    Huazhong Agricultural University Library was established in 1940. It was initially known as the "Hubei Agricultural College Library." [Read More]

    Museum
    The Museum of Huazhong Agricultural University is located at the foot of Shizi Mountain in Wuhan. It is a natural science museum that integrates agriculture, scientific research, and popular science functions. [Read More]

    Alumni
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  • Sep 19, 2025

    HZAU hosts delegation from UVMB

    A delegation from the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest (UVMB), led by President Sótonyi Péter Tamás and Vice President Süth Miklos, visited Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU) on the afternoon of Sept 18.
  • Sep 16, 2025

    HZAU student presents research on 'Platform' at AEJMC Conference

    From Aug 6 to 10, the 2025 Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC), themed "Leading in Times of Momentous Change: Individual and Collective Opportunities", was held in San Francisco, California.
  • Sep 15, 2025

    HZAU and MUST foster friendship with joint exchange program

    From July 25 to Sept 10, Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU) and Egypt's Misr University for Science and Technology (MUST) co-hosted a two-way exchange program focused on "The Belt and Road and Youth Exchange".
  • Sep 14, 2025

    HZAU showcases global, innovative opportunities for freshmen

    Since Sept 3, the Student Development Center at Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU) has hosted two major events to help new students navigate their academic journey.
  • Sep 13, 2025

    HZAU student clubs welcome newcomers with vibrant activities

    Huazhong Agricultural University's (HZAU) student clubs recently organized 20 welcome events to introduce new students to campus life and showcase their diverse and colorful club culture.
  • Sep 12, 2025

    HZAU welcomes class of 2025

    On Sept 3, Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU) welcomed its class of 2025, a cohort of energetic new students ready to infuse the campus with fresh vitality.
  • Sep 12, 2025

    HZAU celebrates 41st Teachers' Day

    Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU) held a grand ceremony on Sept 10 to celebrate the 41st Teachers' Day, honoring the contributions of its faculty and encouraging them to find fulfillment in a changing world while adhering to the university's values.
  • Sep 4, 2025

    A Day in HZAU

    Welcome to Huazhong Agricultural University!
  • Aug 31, 2025

    HZAU delegation fosters agricultural collaboration in Egypt

    From Aug 17 to 24, a delegation of over 20 faculty and students from the College of Animal Sciences & Technology/College of Veterinary Medicine at Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU), led by Professor Liu Huazhen, conducted a research exchange trip to Al-Azhar University in Egypt.
  • Aug 31, 2025

    HZAU team develops high-performance biodegradable film from straw

    Despite their benefits in boosting crop yields and farmers' incomes, traditional plastic films used on over 50 million hectares of global farmland have created a significant "white pollution" problem.
  • Aug 30, 2025

    HZAU students bring food science to Wuhan communities

    From July 20 to 25, a doctoral team from Huazhong Agricultural University's College of Food Science & Technology conducted a "Food Safety and Nutrition China Tour" in Hongshan district, Wuhan.
  • Aug 30, 2025

    HZAU volleyball teams shine in national tournament

    The 2024-2025 China University Volleyball Association (CUVA) concluded on Aug 17 in Qingtongxia, Ningxia Hui autonomous region, after nine days of intense competition among 30 teams from across the country.
  • Aug 30, 2025

    Pakistani agriculture training program launches at HZAU

    The "Training Program for the Capacity Building of 1,000 Pakistani Agricultural Graduates in China", commissioned by the Higher Education Commission, Pakistan, officially began on Aug 25 at Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU).
  • Aug 29, 2025

    HZAU students conduct cultural exchange in Switzerland

    Recently, a social practice team from Huazhong Agricultural University conducted a cultural and artistic exchange program in Geneva, Lucerne, and Zurich, Switzerland.
  • Aug 22, 2025

    HZAU students take academic, cultural trip to New Zealand

    A delegation of students and faculty from the Joint Institute of Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU) and Lincoln University embarked on a summer study tour at Lincoln University in New Zealand from Aug 4 to 15.
  • Aug 21, 2025

    High-protein corn harvested in Wuhan, boosting food security

    The Wuhan Economic and Technological Development Zone recently hosted a significant event focused on the future of agriculture: a demonstration of high-protein corn.
  • Aug 20, 2025

    HZAU team debuts smart PCR device for yak disease

    A research team led by Professor Li Jiakui of Huazhong Agricultural University has developed an innovative and portable smart PCR detection device.
  • Aug 20, 2025

    HZAU team shines at 20th International Plant Nutrition Colloquium

    The 20th International Plant Nutrition Colloquium (IPNC 2025) recently concluded in Porto, Portugal, drawing 413 experts from 41 countries.
  • Aug 19, 2025

    HZAU students blend service and cultural research in Yichang

    A practice team from the College of Life Science & Technology at Huazhong Agricultural University visited Yichang, Hubei province, from July 27 to 29 to support migrant children and study the region's Three Gorges culture.
  • Aug 18, 2025

    HZAU students attend summer program in Singapore

    Ten students and faculty members from the College of Life Science and Technology at Huazhong Agricultural University recently participated in the "Chemistry of Life" international summer program at the National University of Singapore (NUS).