The study of agriculture can lead to a variety of careers, including those associated with consulting, farming, management and research. Read on to learn more about degree programs and useful courses for agricultural scientists or workers, as well as how much you might earn in the field.
The agricultural study is a broad field that covers the production, distribution, management and research of agricultural goods. A bachelor's degree program in agricultural studies can help you qualify for a position as an agricultural scientist or operations inspector, animal breeder, farm manager or food technologist. Advanced degree programs can also open the door to a career in research and development or academia, as well as higher-level opportunities in the public sector or private sector, such as a job with the U.S. Department of Agriculture or a manufacturing company. Career options for non-graduates who have received on-the-job training might be found with farms, ranches, greenhouses and nurseries.
Undergraduate Programs
In a bachelor's degree program in agricultural science, you'll learn how to improve crop yields and ensure the safety of consumer foods. You'll become familiar with all aspects of the agribusiness, including food production, distribution methods and management strategies. Although programs can be flexible, you'll most likely take classes in plant and animal science, economics, environmental science and sustainable agriculture, or learn how to use geographic information systems (GIS). Specialized coursework in agricultural technology, biofuel production and resource conservation might also be part of the curriculum. Areas of concentration may include agricultural biology, agricultural economics or permaculture.
Graduate Programs
Master's degree programs in agriculture usually require an additional two years of study beyond the bachelor's degree level, while a doctorate may be completed in 3-4 years. Graduate programs can lead to a master's degree in animal science and a doctorate in agricultural science. Certificate and minor programs of study within agricultural departments may also be available to you.
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List of Top Agricultural Colleges in Maharashtra |
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Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Ratnagiri |
DapoliDt, Ratnagir - 415712, Maharashtra |
02358 - 282064 / vcbskkv@yahoo.co.in |
www.dbskkv.org |
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Dr.Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola |
Krishinagar, Akola - 444104, Maharashtra |
0724 - 2258365 / vc@pdkv.ac.in |
www.pdkv.ac.in |
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Maharashtra Animal Science & Fishery University, Nagpur |
Seminary Hills, Nagpur - 440006, Maharashtra |
0712 - 2511088 / vcmatsu@gmail.com |
www.mafsu.in |
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Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri |
Rahuri - 413722, Maharashtra |
02426 - 243208 / vcmpkv@rediffmail.com |
www.mpkv.mah.nic.in |
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Marthwada Agricultural University, Parbhani |
Parbhani - 431402, Maharashtra |
02452 - 223002 / vcmau@rediffmail.com |
www.mkv2.mah.nic.in |
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Institute of Applied Research & Development in Agriculture, Sangli |
Sangli, Maharashtra |
0233 - 6605252 / iarda@despune.org |
www.despune.org |
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Lokmangal Agriculture College, Solapur |
Wardala, North Solapur, Maharashtra |
0217 - 2735521 / info@lokamangaledu.org |
www.lokmangaledu.org |
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Loknete Mohanrao Kadam College of Agriculture, Hingangaon |
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02347 - 242801 / coahingangaon@bhartividyapeeth.edu |
www.coahingangaon.bhartividyapeeth.edu |
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Anand Niketan College of Agriculture, Warora |
Worara, Chandrapur, Maharashtra |
07176 - 282158 / acna.anandwan@gmail.com |
www.pdkv.ac.in |
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DE Society Institute of Applied Research and Development in Agriculture, Sangli (Maharashtra) |
Willingdon College Campus, Sangli-Miraj Road, Vishrambag, Post Vishrambag , Sangli (Sangli Dist.) - 416415 |
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KK Wagh College of Agriculture, Nashik (Maharashtra) |
Survey No. 240/1, Saraswati Nagar, Amrutdham, Panchavati , Nashik (Nashik Dist.) - 422003 |
0253 230 3545 / principal-bscagri@kkwagh.edu.in |
http://kkwagrifaculties.org/contactus.aspx |
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Shri Shivaji Shikshan Prasarak Mandal Karmveer Krushi Vidyalaya, Solapur (Maharashtra) |
Karmveer Nagar , Barshi , Solapur (Solapur Dist.) - 413411 |
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College of Agriculture, Pune (Maharashtra) |
Shivaji Nagar , Pune (Pune Dist.) - 411005 |
020 2553 8489 / adacpune@gmail.com |
http://www.coapune.org/ |
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College of Agriculture, Ahmednagar (Maharashtra) |
Loni, Rahata , Ahmednagar (Ahmednagar Dist.) - 413736 |
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Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj College of Agri-Business Management, Sangli (Maharashtra) |
Willingdon College Campus, Vishrambag , Sangli (Sangli Dist.) - 416415 |
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Bharati Vidyapeeth Loknete Mohanrao Kadam College of Agriculture, Kadegaon (Maharashtra) |
Sonsal - Hingangaon, Kadegaon (Sangli Dist.) - 415304 |
02347 242 801 |
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Poojya Sane Guruji Vidya Prasarak Mandal's College of Agriculture, Nandurbar (Maharashtra) |
P.O. Box 61, Shahada , Nandurbar (Nandurbar Dist.) - 425409 |
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College of Agriculture, Baramati (Maharashtra) |
Sharadanagar, Malegaon Colony , Baramati (Pune Dist.) - 413115 |
02112 255 518 / agricolbmt@rediffmail.com |
http://www.agricollegebaramati.org/ |
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Pad. Dr. DY Patil College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology and Padamashree Dr. DY Patil College of Agriculture, Kolhapur (Maharashtra) |
Talsande, Hatkanangale , Kolhapur (Kolhapur Dist.) - 416112 |
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Pad. Dr. DY Patil College of Agriculture Business Management, Pune (Maharashtra) |
DY Patil Educational Complex, Sector 29, Nigdi Pradhikaran, Akurdi , Pune (Pune Dist.) - 411044 |
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New Agriculture College Building |
Narveer Tanaji Wadi, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411005 |
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Agricultural Polytechnic Walunj |
Gaikwad farm, Nagar Solapur Road At: Walunj,, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra 414006 |
098222 87715 / enquiry@ahmednagarcity.in |
www.ahmednagarcity.in |
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COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE,SONAI |
Sonai - Rahuri Rd, Sonai, Maharashtra 414105 |
02427 231 769 ext. 230021 |
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