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AGRICULTURE Minor

Program Coordinator: George Byrd
Phone Number: (540) 365-4378
e-mail:gbyrd@ferrum.edu

The agriculture curriculum stresses the theory and practice of agriculture, while also emphasizing the importance of economic and business knowledge. Teaching includes numerous “hands-on” experiences, developing practical skills in students. This broad approach to agriculture, combined with the strong liberal arts base, prepares graduates for a wide range of career opportunities.

 

Faculty:

George Byrd
Assistant Professor of Agriculture
Ph.D., University of Georgia
(540) 365-4378
gbyrd@ferrum.edu

Daryl Nash
Assistant Professor of Agriculture
Ph.D., Penn State University
(540) 365-4363
dnash@ferrum.edu

Bob R. Pohlad
Professor of Biology and Horticulture
Ph.D., University of Georgia
(540) 365-4367
bpohlad@ferrum.edu
Required Courses:
AGR 101 Agriculture Issues 4
AGR 201 Animal Science 4
AGR 202 Plant Science 4

One of the following:
AGR 301 Principles of Field/Forage Production 4
AGR 302 Principles of Animal Production 4

Other Requirements
5 additional credits in
Agriculture Courses at the 300-400 level 5

Total Hours Required 21


 

 

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