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This degree program is currently under development. However, we encourage you to contact us!
Sustainable agriculture integrates:
environmental stewardship
economic profitability
social responsibility
Ecosystem-level understanding and analytical skills help land managers to cooperate rather than compete with nature. Managing a farming system ecologically can lessen adverse impacts on natural resources, wildlife, and human communities.
Food production begins with a living soil and there remains much to learn about protecting this resource from water and wind erosion, pollution, and degradation. Diversifying production, reducing off-farm inputs, and creating new markets invigorates the family farm and strengthens the agricultural economy. It is vital for today's agricultural professionals to understand the emerging consumer demand for healthy food that supports environmental stewardship and local communities.
Graduates in Sustainable Agriculture will have practical and theoretical experience in integrating multiple disciplines to assess and improve the sustainability of a farming system. Challenging career opportunities include:
- Private sector crop and soil consulting:With expertise from this program, you could advise farmers and other land managers on ways to maintain productivity while reducing inputs and protecting soil, water, and wildlife resources.
- Agricultural extension:With the broad perspective of this program, you could provide insightful guidance to farmers and other clients seeking to improve agricultural sustainability and develop local food systems.
- Sustainable food production:With the practical skills and training acquired in this program, you could contribute to a successful agricultural enterprise or manage one of your own.
- Education and research:With an advanced degree in a field related to sustainable agriculture, you could be at the forefront of understanding how to produce foods that are healthy for people and the environment.
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