Excel in farm and food businesses with this AgriBusiness Management & Finance microcredential! Simply put, AgriBusiness refers to all the activities involved in moving from farm to table. Farms and food businesses must successfully navigate some unique financial and management challenges so that they can ensure sustainability and profitability-this microcredential is designed to provide learners with those essential skills. Beginning with accounting and budgeting that considers seasonal cash flow, price variability, risk management, and government subsidies, this microcredential also covers retirement planning and succession planning. This microcredential is a must for owners and managers of farms and related food businesses as well as for those seeking to advance to a leadership role in this industry.
AGBU 141 Ag Production Management – 3 Credits Required to receive a “C” or better in this course.
AGBU 242/ 242X Ag Business Financial Management/ Lab – 3 Credits Required to receive a “C” or better in this course.
AGBU 442 Agricultural Credit – 3 Credits Required to receive a “C” or better in this course.
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Despite a 3% decline of employment for Agriculture managers, 85,600 openings for farmers and agricultural managers are projected each year over the decade.
