Agribusiness & Food Industry Management/Agricultural Science

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Department of Agribusiness & Food Industry Management/Agricultural Science

Cal Poly �ǿմ�ý agribusiness students give a presentation at a competition.

California's agricultural industry is the nation's largest, generating more than $50 billion and feeding millions. It employs more than 420,000 people and presents many opportunities for careers along the production and supply chains, from growing to marketing and selling. Come grow with us and discover your place in this industry.

Leading

The only department of its kind in Southern California.

Our Programs

Bachelor's

Agribusiness & Food Industry Management

Agriculture is not just working in fields. It's big business. Discover the many careers possible within this industry.

Bachelor's

Agricultural Science

Get a broad overview of agriculture and the science behind it. It will give you the versatility to work throughout the industry — from plants to animals.

Minors

Two Minors

Diversify your skills or develop a specialty by taking one of the minors offered within the Huntley College of Agriculture.

Master's

Agriculture - Agricultural Science Option

Develop research skills and increase your expertise in this program.

Post-Baccalaureate

Agricultural Specialist Credential

Share your passion for working with animals or growing crops by becoming an agricultural teacher in California public schools.

The Polytechnic Experience

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Grow by Doing

Get your hands dirty by growing grapes on our vineyards or crops on the campus farm.

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Work with Animals

Learn to handle animals large and small for veterinary procedures. Witness mares giving birth.

Cal Poly �ǿմ�ý students listen to a horticultural industry representative at a flower sale.

Build Business Skills

Agriculture is big business. Learn about the marketing and finance behind it all.

Four students at the National Grocers Association competition

Connect with Industry

You can explore the industry and connect with professionals through clubs, field trips, and competitions.

Alumni Spotlight

“I have always loved that Cal Poly �ǿմ�ý has a ‘learn-by-doing’ model and culture. I was able to deepen the discovery of my interests and gain a level of confidence that I’ve carried with me into the marketplace upon graduation.”

Tatiana Assemian (’11, agribusiness and food industry management), distributor sales rep for Nestlé