Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: Specialty Crop Pathway

Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: Specialty Crop Pathway - Modern Food Production Certificate

The Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: Specialty Crop Path Certificate is awarded after successful completion of this semester.

The Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: Specialty Crop Path Diploma is awarded after successful of this semester and a continuing Spring semester.

The Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: Specialty Crop Path AAS is awarded after successful completion of the the entire pathway program.

West Burlington campus and online

Program Information

Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: Specialty Crop Pathway - Certificate

This is the suggested pathway for students interested in a career in specialty crop production.

The Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: Specialty Crop Path Certificate is awarded after successful completion of this semester.

The Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: AG, MFP&E Specialty Crop Path Diploma is awarded after successful of this semester and a continuing Spring semester.

The Agriculture, Modern Food Production and the Environment: AG, MFP&E Specialty Crop Path AAS is awarded after successful completion of the the entire pathway program.

Summary Sheet

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Curriculum Information

Curriculum Sequence
Fall Semester	Course Title	Credit
AGB-336	AGRICULTURAL SELLING	3
AGC-216	CAREER SEMINAR	2
AGB-330	FARM BUSINESS MANAGEMENT	3
AGH-221	PRINCIPLES OF HORTICULTURE	3
BUS-102	INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS	3
AGH-131	GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT (ONLINE)	3
	Semester Total:	17
	PROGRAM TOTAL:	17

Course Descriptions

AGB-336 - AGRICULTURAL SELLING
Lecture: 3		Credit: 3
Presents basic concepts and economics principles related to markets for agricultural inputs and products. Reviews current marketing problems faced by farms and agribusinesses, farm and retail price behavior, structure of markets, food marketing channels, food quality and food safety, and the role of agriculture in the general economy. Analyzes the implications of consumer preferences at the farm level. Introduces hedging, futures, and other risk management tools.
AGC-216 - CAREER SEMINAR
Lecture: 2		Credit: 2
This course is designed to help students explore and discover the many opportunities that are available in the profession of agriculture and related industries both nationally and internationally.
AGB-330 - FARM BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Lecture: 3		Credit: 3
Applies business and economic principles of decision making and problem solving in the management of a farm business. Covers cash flow, partial, enterprise, and whole farm budgeting. Reviews information systems for farm accounting, analysis, and control. Examines obtaining and managing land, capital, and labor resources. Provides alternatives for farm business organization and risk management.
AGH-221 - PRINCIPLES OF HORTICULTURE
Lecture: 2	Lab: 2	Credit: 3
Provides an introduction to horticulture covering the basic knowledge and skills associated with growth and development of plants including fruits, vegetables, turf grass, and ornamentals.
BUS-102 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
Lecture: 3		Credit: 3
An overview of contemporary business principles touching on all the major functional areas of business and trends that are shaping today's business environment. Understanding the fundamental pillars of the business environment -- globalization, technology, and ethics -- is a crucial component in this course.
AGH-131 - GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT (ONLINE)
Lecture: 3		Credit: 3
Manage greenhouse air, water, soil, and light for most efficient use of resources. Pest management, plant rotation and scheduling for flower sales are included.