Comprehensive Agriculture Science

Agricultural education prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in the global agriculture, food, fiber, and natural resources systems.

Agribusiness Systems -Occupations involved in all activities that contribute to the production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing and development of agricultural commodities, plant and animal products, and other natural resources.

Animal Systems -Occupations related to the raising and caring of animals and developing more efficient ways of producing and processing meat, poultry, eggs and dairy products. Workers study genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth and care of domesticated farm animals. Includes workers who provide medical service to farm and nonfarm animals.

Courses

MS Exploratory Agriculture

Agriscience 1 & 2

Internship 1 & 2

Plant and Soil Science 1 & 2

Job Outlook

Employment of farm managers is projected to grow 1% from 2014 to 2024. The median annual wage was $41,123 in August 2019.

Employment of agriculture consultants is projected to grow 7% from 2014 to 2024. The average annual wage was $57,340 in August 2019.