The objectives of MANRRS are to

•  Increase the number of students studying the agricultural sciences and related fields at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Emphasize the importance of agricultural sciences and related fields.
• Keep students abreast of state, national, and international trends in the agricultural sciences and related fields.
• Encourage scholarly achievement, advancement, and excellence among members.
• Develop leadership qualities in students.
• Aid in the recruitment and placement of ethnic minorities in professional positions in the agricultural sciences, forestry, and natural resources.
• Encourage research and its dissemination by undergraduate and graduate students and/or professionals.
• Promote career and academic counseling for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Provide information on employment opportunities for participants.