Advocate for agriculture.
Agriculture communication graduates have a broad understanding of global challenges and issues related to food systems and agriculture and the ability to communicate these topics through their journalism training. They hold a wide variety of communications related positions in agribusiness, advertising, marketing, news media, and public relations.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Are involved in 4-H, FFA, or other agricultural activities
- Demonstrate strong written or oral communication skills
- Are passionate about educating the public and advocating for agriculture
- Express yourself in a creative or artistic manner
- Interested in advertising, public relations, graphic design, or social media
Career Opportunities
- Marketing and communications
- Magazine
- Journalist
- Social Media and Public Relations specialist
- Advertising agencies
Recent Employers
- John Deere
- Paulson Advertising
- VistaCom
- BEEF magazine
- Accelerated Genetics
Internship Opportunities
- Certified Angus Beef
- South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum
- American Simmental Association
- Minnesota Holstein Association
- University of Minnesota 4-H Extension
Suggested Certificates
- Graphic Design
- Swine Science
Suggested Minors
- Animal Science
- Agricultural Business
- Advertising
- Social Media
- Speech Communication
Clubs and Organizations
- Ag Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT)
- Collegiate 4-H
- Little International
- Ag-Bio Ambassadors
- Agriculture Future of America (AFA)
To learn more specific details about program requirements, view this program in the course catalog.
View the recommended academic plan.
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