Program Description

The AAS in Innovative Livestock Management prepares students for careers in animal agriculture by teaching principles of animal health, nutrition, breeding, and facility management. Students gain hands-on experience with livestock care and production systems, equipping them to work in farming, ranching, or agribusiness, or to pursue further agricultural studies.

Program Outcomes

A student who completes the AAS in Innovative Livestock Management will be able to do the following.

• Demonstrate competency in accounting, marketing, risk management, and financial decision-making specific to farm and ranch operations.
• Utilize knowledge of production practices, animal husbandry, crop management, and sustainable resource use to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Employ modern tools such as precision agriculture, data management software, and farm machinery to improve decision-making and operational outcomes.
• Exhibit effective leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills necessary to manage employees, work with stakeholders, and communicate with the agricultural community.
• Apply analytical reasoning and innovative approaches to address challenges in agricultural production, business planning, and farm management.

Degree Requirements