COURSE CURRICULUM

In Year 1, students focus on building a solid foundation in agricultural sciences and business. Required courses include Microeconomics, Student Managed Farm I, Business Records and Reporting, and Grain, Oilseeds, and Pulse Crop Marketing. Students also take courses in Agricultural Communications & Computer Applications, Plant Science & Field Crops, Weed & Herbicide Management, Tillage & Direct Seeding Systems, Pesticide Application Technologies, and Soil Science. Each course is worth 3 credits, ensuring a balanced introduction to both the science and business aspects of agriculture. In Year 2, the curriculum dives deeper into specialized topics in crop production, financial management, and technology applications. Required courses include Financial Management, Agricultural Sales, Diversified Crop Production, Insects & Diseases of Crops, and Integrated Crop Management. Students also study Grain Harvesting Systems, Applications in Precision Farm, and Fertility Management. Each course in Year 2 is 3 credits, preparing students for advanced roles in crop management and agricultural business.