The purpose of the Agriculture Minor is to offer non-agriculture majors the opportunity to learn about agriculture and increase their employability by giving them practical knowledge that they can apply to positions in one of the largest industries in the U.S.
The Agriculture minor is open to all majors on campus at the Bachelor's Degree level. Prerequisites are required for some courses. Waivers to these prerequisites may be granted by the department based on prior related course work or experience.
Requirements for an Agriculture Minor
Select either ANSC 1204 or BIOL 1304
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ANSC 1204 | Intro Animal Science | 4 |
| BIOL 1304 | Botany | 4 |
Elective Courses - (at least 11 Credit Hours)
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AGPS 1103 | Soils | |
| ANSC 3203 | Dairy I | |
| AGRI 2013 | Organic and Sustainable Ag | |
| AGPS 2113 | Field and Forage Crops | |
| AGEC 3013 | Farm and Rural Bus. Man. I | |
| AGRI 5103 | Sustainable Veg. Production | |
| ANSC 2102 | Dairy Cattle Repro. and A.I. | |
| ANSC 3003 | Feeds and Nutrition | |
| ANSC 3223 | Dairy Calf Management | |
| AGRI 5003 | Integrated Pest Management |
Total of Credit Hours 15-16
The minor must be completed with an overall GPA of 2.5 in all courses taken at Alfred State. At least one course in the minor must be completed at Alfred State. A maximum of 12 credit hours of transfer credit will be permitted. For complete details, please contact the Agriculture and Veterinary Technology Department Chair at 607-587-3983.