Agronomy - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - AGRO)

The Agronomy Associate of Applied Science degree exposes students to a variety of experiences through partnerships with organizations that comprise the agriculture industry in Cochise County. Students learn about crop production through the theoretical and practical study of crop science, entomology, soil science, range management, natural resources management, sustainability, and biology and chemistry.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

• Demonstrate an understanding of plant species and varieties.
• Explain what factors dictate crop yield.
• Demonstrate an understanding of plant breeding and various methods used in the agronomy industry.
• Identify and apply diagnostic clues used to determine causal agents of pest problems.
• Identify different classes and orders of insects according to their characteristics.
• Explain the impact that insects may have on businesses, the economy, and the environment.
• Explain the uses of different herbicides and fertilizers.
• Demonstrate an understanding of integrated pest management.
• Demonstrate an understanding of crop seasonality.
• Identify different business models used by crop consultants when entering the business world.

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