Cert in Agricultural Business and Management

The Farm Business and Production Management program is built for people who want more training in running a working farm while continuing to farm. Study is spread across six years of part-time classes, so participants can stay on their operations as they learn. Instruction mixes group sessions with consultations held on individual farms. Topics include business planning, forage analysis, soil sampling, nutrient management, financial analysis and animal care, and the Cash Grain Production classes rotate on a three-year cycle. Students also join farm tours and district-wide seminars led by industry professionals. Graduates can pursue roles such as farm manager, dairy manager or farm hand. Classes are held at various locations and begin in the fall. The Technical Diploma totals 24 credits, with a stated length of 6 years. Prospective students can ask the college whether earlier coursework or work experience qualifies for credit for prior learning, which may reduce the time needed to finish. The program page also lists career titles, program courses and an admission checklist for anyone preparing to apply.