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Rhonda Miller is a Professor in the Applied Sciences, Technology & Education (ASTE) Department at Utah State University's College of Agriculture. She serves as the Agricultural Environmental Quality Extension specialist and director of the AgrAbility of Utah project, which helps farmers and ranchers with disabilities remain productive in agriculture.
Dr. Miller earned her PhD in Agronomy from Iowa State University in 1993, following an MS in Agronomy from the University of Nebraska (1986) and a dual BS in Agronomy & Agricultural Economics from the same institution (1983).
Her research focuses on nutrient cycling in agricultural systems, with current projects examining nutrient leaching in grazing systems with cover crops. Previous research has investigated swather conditioner systems' impact on forage quality, various manure management practices, and farm safety in Utah. Her work demonstrates the interconnectedness of agricultural disciplines and their relationship to society.
Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on pasture-based dairy systems, nutrient management, and assistive technology for farmers with disabilities. Her work spans environmental science, animal nutrition, and agricultural engineering, with particular emphasis on practical applications for Utah producers.
- Robins Award: Faculty University Shared Governance, 2014
- Undergraduate Research Mentor, 2012
- Living on the Land Curriculum awards from Western Extension Directors (2009), CSREES Partnership (2008), Communication (2002), and Educational Materials (2002)
- NACTA Teacher Fellow Award, 2007
- Teacher of the Year, 2005
Dr. Miller has mentored over a dozen graduate students in Ag Systems Technology Education since 2009, with recent graduates completing work in 2023-2024. Her extension work through Utah State University Extension includes the AgrAbility of Utah project (currently funded through 2027) and agricultural environmental quality initiatives. She has secured multiple grants supporting her research on nutrient cycling, manure management, and assistive technology for farmers with disabilities.
Dr. Miller directs the AgrAbility of Utah project, which works with farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers who have disabilities to help them remain productive through assistive technology and accommodations. The program has been continuously funded since 2009 and has helped numerous Utah agricultural producers overcome physical challenges.
