The mission of the Douglas Bomford Trust focuses on advancing knowledge and understanding in the field of agricultural engineering and technology. The Trust is committed to supporting education and personal development among undergraduate students pursuing careers in these areas, aiming to contribute to their success in the industry.
The grant program supports broad goals, including education, training, research, and knowledge transfer in the relevant fields. It emphasizes innovation and the application of science and technology in designing, developing, evaluating, and constructing machinery, systems, and techniques. Funding also covers travel for acquiring or disseminating knowledge, developing new skills, techniques, capabilities, and maintaining professional competencies. This includes supporting membership of IAgrE for students on relevant courses or research programs.