The role of motivation in the study of mathematics by students of agricultural universities

The role of modern information technologies in all spheres of activity of the agro-industrial complex has led to the increase and spread of agricultural professions that are directly related to the field of digital and communication technologies. This article discusses current problems that help to increase students' motivation in studying mathematics using the example of the Ural State Agrarian University. The problems of formation of motivation for studying mathematics by students of agricultural universities, the reasons for students' lack of interest in mathematics, the main ways to ensure the effective functioning of motivation are also considered and disclosed.