Smart Farming - Crop Production, Management, and Processing, CSC

Purpose

The Smart Farming Crop Production, Management, and Processing is designed to further improve the region’s agricultural productivity by preparing agricultural producers to produce and process grains in the area.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

Understand the business side of grain production including marketing and entrepreneurship.
Understand the mechanics of a grain terminal and grain processing.
Understand plant science and food safety.
Understand basic grain production including pest control.

For Further Information, Contact:

Dr. Chuks Ogbonnaya
cogbonnaya@mecc.edu
276.523.9088

Matthew Rose, Dean
mwrose@mecc.edu
276.523.7431

Program of Study

First Year Summer

AGR 142 - Introduction to Plant Science and Technology 3 Credits
AGR 143 - Introduction to Agribusiness and Financial Management 3 Credits
AGR 295 - Grain Terminal Storage and Operations 4 Credits

First Year Fall

AGR 205 - Soil Fertility and Management 3 Credits
AGR 231 - Agribusiness Marketing, Risk Management, and Entrepreneurship 3 Credits
AGR 234 - Chemical Application and Pest Management 3 Credits
AGR 233 - Food Production, Safety, Biosecurity, and Quality Control 3 Credits