Agriculture

Students in the program will increase their skills in agribusiness management and marketing, agronomy, livestock management and nutrition, safe and sustainable agriculture practices. This technical diploma program will utilize associate degree level courses and content which may articulate to two-year and four-year agriculture degrees.

Immerse yourself in every aspect of agribusiness science and technology. Using a new, state-of-the-art agricultural facility, earn an associate degree or transfer to a four-year program such as UW-Platteville.

Dive into the latest farm management principles such as crop and livestock management, commodity marketing, soil and nutrient management planning and governmental regulations – learning everything you need to know to improve the farm operations you own or manage.

Most classes in this program feature online scheduling options. This associate degree features online, Saturdays, and evening classes. In addition to preparing you for lab training in microbiology and food product testing, you will earn certifications in SERVSAFE, Hazard Analysis, Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Six Sigma Green Belt.

This one-year technical diploma offers a strong basis in scientific principles, quality methodology and documentation, and laboratory equipment and testing methodologies. Upon completion, you are eligible to enter the Laboratory Food Science Technician associate degree.