Agribusiness

Build Skills. Grow Your Future. Launch Your Agriculture Career.

Explore paths in agronomy and livestock management while gaining hands-on skills in farm operations, crop production, animal science, and agricultural business.

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About the Program

Program Overview
The Agribusiness program at Garden City Community College prepares students for careers in modern agriculture through hands-on learning in farm operations, crop production, animal science, and agricultural business. Students can explore pathways in agronomy or livestock management based on their interests and career goals.

Multiple Degree and Certificate Options
GCCC offers several pathway options, including Certificate A, Certificate B, Associate of Science (AS), and Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees. These options allow students to choose the level of education that best fits their goals, whether entering the workforce or continuing their education.

Specialized Areas of Study
Students can focus on agronomy or livestock management, gaining targeted knowledge and skills in their chosen area of agriculture.

Career-Ready Skills Development
Throughout the program, students build practical skills in communication, problem-solving, and professionalism, preparing them for success in a wide range of agricultural careers and aligning with GCCC’s mission of workforce readiness.

Credentials

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Certificate A in Agribusiness Specialist - 17 credit hours

AGRI.CERTA: This certificate provides educational curriculum to enhance a student’s ability to be successful in his or her agricultural endeavors.

Certificate B in Agribusiness Specialist (Agronomy) - 31 credit hours

AGRO.CERTB: This certificate provides an educational curriculum with an agronomy emphasis, introducing and refining skills in crop production, soils, range management, and agricultural economics to help students succeed in their agricultural endeavors.

Certificate B in Agribusiness Specialist (Livestock Management) - 31 credit hours

AGLV.CERTB: This certificate provides an educational curriculum with a livestock management emphasis, introducing and refining skills in animal science, beef and livestock production, feedlot operations, and agricultural business to help students succeed in their agricultural endeavors.

Associate in Applied Science - 60 credit hours

AGRI.AAS: The Associate in Science Degree in Production Agriculture provides an educational curriculum to enhance a student’s ability to be successful in his or her agricultural endeavors.

Associate in Science - 60 credit hours

AGRI.AS: The Associate in Science Degree in Production Agriculture provides an educational curriculum to enhance a student’s ability to be successful in his or her agricultural endeavors.

Transfer Information

GCCC has worked with our transfer partners create seamless transfer opportunities for students. These articulation agreements outline the pathway from GCCC to your next stop by identifying the courses you should take and how they will transfer.

Highlights

Hands-on learning in agronomy, soils, crop management, and range management prepares students for real-world agricultural work from day one.

Livestock management students gain practical experience in animal science, feedlot operations, beef production, and livestock evaluation.

Flexible elective courses allow students to tailor their certificate to their specific interests, from welding and accounting to advanced animal nutrition and meat science.

Other Information

At GCCC you will gain the skills to succeed in today's agriculture industry — whether that means managing crops and soils, operating a livestock facility, running a farm business, or pursuing further education in an agricultural field.

Students are encouraged to connect with their academic advisor each semester to ensure they are on track to meet their certificate requirements and career goals.

Career Outlook

Salary information is provided for general informational purposes only and represents estimates, not guarantees. Actual earnings may vary based on factors such as experience, location, and employer. Some careers may require education, certifications, or training beyond programs offered at Garden City Community College.