The innovative FarmTree Tool is a cutting-edge digital solution designed to project the environmental, social, and economic impacts of agroforestry systems. It plays a vital role in landscape restoration projects, agroforestry planning, cost-benefit analyses, agroforestry education, and carbon sequestration efforts worldwide.
At FarmTree, we are committed to addressing real-world challenges with science-driven digital solutions. By partnering with us, we provide university students with access to a tool license, university students gain access to the FarmTree Tool license, enabling them to develop landscape solutions that contribute meaningfully to sustainable development.
As a thesis student at FarmTree, you will deepen your academic expertise while applying your knowledge to practical, impactful solutions that benefit both communities and ecosystems
What You Can Do in Your MSc or BSc Thesis
- Agroforestry System Design
Design and analyze hypothetical agroforestry systems to assess their impact on production, carbon sequestration, income, and biodiversity, especially for landscape restoration projects.
- Digital Twin Creation
Create Digital Twins of existing agroforestry systems for monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
Perform a cost-benefit analysis of agricultural diversification scenarios, providing valuable insights to landscape investors.
- Model Calibration and Validation
Calibrate and validate sub models (e.g. soil carbon, biodiversity) using time-series data to enhance the accuracy of FarmTree® Model projections.
- Climate Change Impact Studies
Analyze the effects of climate change on agricultural systems to aid in climate risk assessments.
Are you a student, or part of a university or scientific institution?
Partner with us to make a real-world impact through your research.
Who You Are
You are
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Undergoing BSc or MSc or equivalent degrees in the field of agronomy, forestry, environmental sciences or related
- Enthusiastic about agricultural and environmental sciences, sustainable development, agroforestry, and/or modelling of socio-economic and environmental impacts
- Familiar with sustainability metrics to measure environmental and socio-economic impacts, particularly in the context of agriculture, agroforestry, or land restoration
You have
- Identified a thesis and/or supervisor and topic idea that fits with FarmTree's core work
- Scientific research experience (literature review, data analysis, etc)
- Modelling experience or interest
- Scientific publication interest and strong writing skills
You can
- Communicate effectively between us and your University supervisors
- Work well independently as well as in close collaboration with colleagues and supervisors
- Work in a hybrid manner (remotely and in our Wageningen office)
What We Offer
As a thesis student at FarmTree, you will be integrated into our dynamic Innovation Team and supported by an internal expert throughout your research. Together with your university supervisor, you will define a thesis topic and action plan, and be guided in using the FarmTree Tool and/or Database as key components of your methodology. The findings from your thesis may contribute directly to the development of our FarmTree model, tools, or database, and with your consent, your report could be featured on our website.
At FarmTree, we foster a collaborative and innovative working environment, encouraging individual initiative and professional growth. You will join a welcoming, enthusiastic, and diverse international team that is rapidly growing. Should our collaboration prove mutually beneficial, there may be opportunities for a long-term position within the company.
Our offer includes:
Science with impact
See the immediate impact of your research on real-world projects.
Professional development
Gain deep insights into the field of landscape restoration and expand your expertise.
Collaborative Team
We value your ideas—bring them on board and help us innovate!
Networking Opportunities
Engage with leading companies, organizations, and knowledge institutions in the field.
