AGEC3440
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AGEC 3440 - Fundamentals of Value Added Agriculture (3 Cr.) Online may be available
Course description
This course explores how value-added agriculture can increase farm and agribusiness success. Students will learn how sustainability connects with value-added practices, discover different types of agricultural and renewable energy enterprises, and apply basic business and economic principles. The course also covers how both financial and non-financial factors can increase the value of existing agribusinesses. Students will develop a detailed project outlining the startup or operation of a value-added agribusiness, including planning, marketing, finances, and regulations.
Minimum credits
3
Maximum credits
3
Is this course repeatable?
No
Grading basis
OPT - Student Option
Laboratory
Lecture
Requirements
000199
Typically offered term(s)
Every Fall