NDSCS College Catalog

Farm Management

The Agriculture Department mission statement is to “provide a foundation for an entrepreneurial agricultural spirit.”

Its philosophy statement is: “The Agriculture Department provides education for the present and future by incorporating leadership and career development, best management practices in crop and livestock production, mechanics, technology, natural resources, problem solving, internships and communication through a diverse program.”

The Farm Management curriculum is designed to provide the student returning to the family farm or entering a career in production agriculture with the management and agricultural skills necessary to be successful.

This curriculum focuses on farm management, record keeping and other agricultural topics such as precision agriculture, ag marketing, animal science, computerized records and animal nutrition. This option allows students to choose ag courses designed to help them be successful.

Students will acquire computer skills in many of their agriculture courses as they study many of the skills necessary to manage and operate today's farms. Students will keep records on their home farm while completing their internship with home visits from instructors.

Classes conclude in early April each year so students are out of school for spring work both years. The majority of the program credits will transfer for students who decide to continue their studies for a bachelor's degree.

Admission requirements

The applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent. Helpful courses to prepare for this program are mathematics, physical science, biology, agricultural education, computer sciences and English. Courses that develop communication skills are important. Applicants may be required to complete a basic skills evaluation during the admissions process.

Award

Upon successful completion of the required courses, students will be awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree in Agriculture with an emphasis in Farm Management.