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.
Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree at the University of Wyoming to declare an international agriculture minor.
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.
With a degree in international agriculture, you can pursue careers that combine global awareness with agricultural expertise. Job options may include:
- International agricultural development specialist
- Agricultural economist or policy analyst
- Food security or sustainability coordinator
- Export/import agricultural trade specialist
- Agribusiness or supply chain manager
- Nonprofit or NGO program officer
- Agricultural extension officer
- Peace Corps or international aid worker
- Global food systems researcher or analyst
- Environmental consultant or natural resource manager
Check out some of the jobs and careers our agriculture alumni have:
- Farm or ranch manager
- Commodities trader
- Agricultural marketer
- Agricultural lender
- Financial analyst
- International trade manager
- And many more!
Agriculture graduates are hired by government agencies, international nonprofits, global agribusinesses and research institutions focused on improving food systems, rural communities and sustainable farming practices around the world.
If you're passionate about food, sustainability or working with the land, a degree in agriculture can open the door to a wide range of exciting and impactful careers. You'll gain hands-on experience and build skills in science, business and technology that are in demand across industries. Whether you're interested in managing a ranch, improving food systems, protecting natural resources or working in ag tech, an agriculture degree gives you the tools to make a difference in the world.
Turning Passion into a Global Career
See where a passion for agriculture can take you. Brett McCoy turned his UW experience into a global career, now working for Fortune 500 animal health company Zoetis as a Regional Area Business Manager. With a background in animal science and connections made at UW, he’s proof that combining agriculture with an international focus can lead to big opportunities. Watch his story and explore how the international agriculture minor can help you take your career worldwide.
"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, Agricultural and Applied Economics Department Head
