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Broaden your horizon with a minor in international agriculture

The world gets more connected every day. That’s why understanding global connections and other cultures is key to success in agriculture. Whether you pursue a career in farm management, international trade or agricultural finance, knowing how to navigate international issues is an important skill.

The international agriculture minor exposes students to courses on foreign language, economics, international agricultural trade and more! Students are additionally encouraged to pursue study abroad opportunities and join student organizations to meet like-minded peers.

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College of Agriculture, Life Sciences & Natural Resources
Department of Agricultural & Applied Economics

About the International Agriculture Minor

The international agriculture minor is a 27-credit-hour program that explores economics, international trade, foreign language, agricultural policy and more. In addition to coursework, students get exposure to immersive study abroad programs, student-led organizations and ample networking opportunities.

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Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree at the University of Wyoming to declare an international agriculture minor.

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What can you do with an international agriculture minor?

An international agriculture minor is the perfect complement to any major and the skills you learn are beneficial for many career paths. As our world becomes more connected, it’s increasingly important for agriculture professionals to understand how the industry works both in the U.S. and abroad. So whether you choose to go into farm management, international trade or agricultural finance, a global education can only benefit your future.

Agriculture Careers

Check out some of the jobs and careers our alumni pursue:

  • Farm or ranch manager
  • Commodities trader
  • Agricultural marketer
  • Agricultural lender
  • Financial analyst
  • International trade manager

 

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International Agriculture Minor Highlights

UW’s international agriculture minor is a unique program that prepares students for the ever-expanding world of agriculture. Regardless of whether you plan to work in the U.S. or abroad, understanding the global agricultural landscape is key for success. As part of the program, our students enjoy immersive study abroad experiences, networking opportunities and thriving student organizations.

Study Abroad Programs

Get immersed in other cultures and learn about the international agriculture scene! UW’s Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics hosts two study abroad programs that teach students about the history, culture and agricultural focuses of two countries.

  • Australia’s Export-led Ag Sector: Journey down under to Australia and learn about export-driven commercial agriculture. Students explore over a dozen agricultural operations, spend time in Sydney and stay at the University of New England.
  • France’s Food and Farm Culture: Live with a host family in France and learn about localized high-value agriculture. In this program, students learn about sustainable food production and take field trips to Paris, the Loire Valley and Normandy.

 

College of Agriculture Student Organizations

Student-led organizations are one of the best parts of life at UW! They’re a great way to get involved in the community, network with professionals and make friends. The College of Agriculture is home to more than 30 student organizations, including:

American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers and Ranchers
Wyoming Collegiate Cattle Association
ACRES Student Farm
Livestock Judging Team
Gamma Sigma Delta Honors Society

Impactful Guest Speakers

International agriculture courses often host guest speakers to teach students about agricultural business and operations. Previous speakers have come from multinational businesses including JBS Foods, Schneider National Inc. and Fastenal.

Flexible Curriculum

The international agriculture minor has flexible course options, making it an easy and worthwhile addition to any agriculture-related degree. Students may be able to use some major courses toward the minor, so it may take less time to complete the program.

 

For any majors interested in careers across today’s globally connected agricultural sector, a minor in international agriculture will help develop skills that set them apart in the workforce and prepare them to address the challenges of feeding a growing world population.

- Ben Rashford, Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics Department Head

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College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources

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Department 3354, 1000 E. University Avenue

Laramie, WY 82071

Phone: (307) 766-4135

Email: uwyo_ag@uwyo.edu