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Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Students who study Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources will gain skills necessary for analysis of current and historical issues and trends: application of technologies, safety, health and environmental practices and stewardship of natural resources.

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Live Outside

Courtney Mitchell loves being outdoors. When she first started taking classes at FVCC, she wasn’t sure what she wanted to study, but she knew she wanted to pursue a degree that would prepare her for an outdoor-based career. Courtney’s advisor introduced her to Heather Estrada, the director of FVCC’s Agriculture Program, and everything clicked into place.
Courtney Mitchell
I want to work with other farmers and landowners to bring sustainable practices to them
Courtney Mitchell
Associate of Applied Science in Integrated Agriculture and Food Systems, FVCC
Courtney completed an Associate of Applied Science in Integrated Agriculture and Food Systems and experienced two hands-on internships as part of her studies, including one on a ranch where she took care of yaks and other livestock.

Associate Degree/Certificate

One to two years of study.
Forest technician

Forestry and Conservation Technician

  • Average Salary:  $41,930
  • Job Growth (10 yr):  Slow
Environmental Engineer

Environmental Engineering Technician

  • Average Salary:  $45,750
  • Job Growth (10 yr):  Average

Bachelor’s Degree

Four years of study.
Agricultural Science

Plant & Soil Scientist

  • Average Salary:  $74,980
  • Job Growth (10 yr):  Fast
Forest

Forester

  • Average Salary:  $64,590
  • Job Growth (10 yr):  Average

Make Your Way Into the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Field

Whether you’re just exploring in high school, still undecided as a college student, or an adult who is wondering if this field is right for you, you can take steps today to learn more about a career in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. Find out what you can do no matter where you are.

  • Introduction to Agriculture
  • Comprehensive Agriculture
  • Agriculture and Natural Resources
  • Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
  • Agriculture Entrepreneurship
  • Horticulture
  • Animal Production/Science
  • Agriculture Business Management
  • Agriculture Leadership
  • Agriculture Mechanics
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Biology
  • Senior Year Math
  • Marketing
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Chemistry
  • Intro to Business
  • Accounting
  • Natural Resource Conservation and Management
  • Sustainable Food and Bioenergy Systems
  • Agriculture and Food Systems
  • Natural Resource/Rangeland Ecology
  • Agriculture Production
  • Agriculture/Food Scientist
  • Agriculture Inspector
  • Forest and Conservation Workers
  • Commercial Fisher
  • Logger
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Water Treatment Plant Worker

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