Agronomy Degree

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Plant Systems with a focus in Agronomy provides students with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in crop production, emphasizing low water use and disease resistance for sustainable agriculture. Through interdisciplinary coursework and hands-on training, students prepare for careers in sustainable agriculture, agribusiness, and related fields.

Program Outline

Careers:

• Sustainable agriculture
• Agribusiness
• Farm/Ranch management
• Cooperative extension
• Crop consulting

Other:

• The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Plant Systems has four tracks; students in the Agronomy track expand their knowledge of crop production.
• Plants are the foundation of biodiversity, global climate and the sustainability of the planet.
• This interdisciplinary degree draws on coursework from basic and applied plant and soil science and features small classes and hands-on training.
• Students focus on developing low water use and disease-resistant plants that maximize crop yield and plant health in fields where land size constrains production.