Omsk agricultural institute: how it all began

The article is devoted to the aspects that are little explored. These aspects have no adequate reflection in historical and regional literature. The above mentioned aspects are closely connected with the history and development of the Omsk Agricultural Institute. The article also gives a brief historiographical analysis of the topic. A significant place is given to show the struggle between the Siberian cities for the right to have this university. The authors studies reasons and the grounds in which the decision to open the first Agricultural Higher Educational Institution in Siberia was given in favor of Omsk. The important aspect that deserves attention is the review of the place and the role of various public organizations and even individuals that promoted Agricultural Higher Educational Institution in Omsk.