Agriculture Education

University and Colleges by State I--K

Indiana;

Purdue University, Purdue Agriculture: West Lafayette, Indiana. Purdue Agriculture is among the best colleges of agriculture in the nation and world. We are committed to providing exceptional education for our students; discovering knowledge that stretches the frontiers of science and provides solutions to societal challenges; and helping the people of Indiana, our nation, and the world improve their lives and livelihoods.

Iowa;

Iowa State University, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences: Ames, Iowa. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences will enrich the lives of people in Iowa, the nation and the world through excellence in education, scholarship, service and leadership in food, agricultural, environmental and social sciences.

Kansas;

Fort Hays State University, Department of Agriculture:  Hays, Kansas. Do you have an interest in the land and how crops are grown? How often do you wonder where the food we eat comes from? Do you enjoy working with animals or being outside? Are you interested in the economic impact of mad cow disease or H1N1 on the US? Can you see yourself working in a corporate setting, but want to remain connected to your rural roots? If so, a career in the growing field of Agriculture may be the perfect fit for you.

Kansas State University, College of Agriculture:  Manhattan, KS. The Kansas State University College of Agriculture is a dynamic, student-friendly college with a diverse offering of outstanding academic programs. The College encompasses much more than traditional production agriculture; so, whether your interests range from the biosciences to resource-based recreation, or from environmental management to running a multi-million dollar agri-business, the K-State College of Agriculture has a program that will help you meet your objectives and prepare you for a multitude of career opportunities. Our outstanding faculty and staff are committed to student success and helping achieve future career goals.

Kentucky;

Berea College, Agriculture and Natural Resources:  Berea, KY. ANR majors can gain unique practical experience working on the College’s educational farm, which includes beef cattle, hogs, sheep, goats, field crops, and a horticultural operation that produces certified organic vegetables, fruits, herbs, as well as a variety of annual and perennial ornamental's for retail sale. The work experience gained from the College Farm complements classroom learning and provides a real advantage to students through skill development and management training.

Eastern Kentucky University, Department of Agriculture:  Richmond, Kentucky. The agricultural and horticulture curricula provides career training for your success in government agencies, Agriculture Education Instruction, finance, agribusiness, livestock operations, landscaping, floriculture and turf grass management. Graduates have found success in all these areas. Our program stresses the latest technical information in the classroom with application at the university farm, greenhouses and turf plots and through Co-op education. Both the University farm and greenhouse operations support our "hands on learning" program. Class size is small leading to excellent student-faculty relationships. We like to say that we are small enough to care for you as an individual but large enough to provide every career opportunity.

Morehead State University, Department of Agricultural Sciences:  Morehead, Kentucky.  Morehead State University’s Agriculture department offers a wide variety of courses that allow students to be exposed to all major facets of Agriculture.  Our extensive hands-on programs allow students to acquire both the knowledge and practical skills that are vital for their success after graduation.

University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture:  Lexington, Kentucky.  Agricultural, environmental, economic, and societal issues create an unprecedented demand for knowledge and research-based educational programs applicable to the needs of all Kentuckians. Economic development, leadership development, family, nutrition and health issues, opportunities for youth, and a rapidly changing agricultural landscape in Kentucky require a vital, progressive and responsive College of Agriculture and Cooperative Extension system.

Western Kentucky University, Department of Agriculture:  Bowling Green, Kentucky.  The 780 acre farm is utilized by students for classes, labs, and a place to gain experience in their area of interest by working for one of the farms many operations.  Livestock enterprises consist of dairy, beef, swine, equine, goats and back grounding cattle, each of which provide a solid background for both Animal Science and Pre-Veterinary careers.  Additionally, a variety of crops are produced including corn, soybeans, wheat, grass hay, and alfalfa.  This portion of the farm provides hands on experience for Agronomy, Plant Science, Horticulture and Turf Management careers as well as those interested in the various aspects of Soil Science.

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