Agribusiness - Plant and Soil Science Southeast Missouri State University

Overview

The Agribusiness - Plant and Soil Science programme at Southeast Missouri State University provides a comprehensive education in the scientific and commercial aspects of modern agriculture. This degree is designed to equip students with the technical expertise and business acumen required to lead in the global food and fibre industry.

Students engage in a curriculum that balances rigorous scientific inquiry with practical commercial applications. The programme focuses on the sustainable management of natural resources while ensuring students understand the economic drivers of the agricultural sector. This dual approach ensures graduates are versatile professionals ready for the field or the office.

Learning extends beyond the classroom through extensive hands-on experiences at dedicated university facilities.

Why Agribusiness - Plant and Soil Science at Southeast Missouri State University?

The Department of Agriculture at this institution is known for its deeply supportive faculty who provide personalised guidance to every student. The university offers significant financial support, with approximately $650,000 in scholarships available specifically for students within the agriculture department. This commitment to affordability ensures that talented individuals can focus on their academic and professional growth.

Facilities such as the David M. Barton Agriculture Research Center provide a unique environment for experimental learning and research. The programme also benefits from strong regional links, offering instruction at the Cape Girardeau, Kennett, and Sikeston campuses. These locations allow students to study within diverse agricultural landscapes, enhancing their understanding of different soil types and crop systems.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 17664 per year
• National fee: USD 10194 per year
• Local fee: USD 10194 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum requires a minimum of 120 credit hours, including core agribusiness subjects and specialised science modules. Modules may include:

• Agribusiness Orientation
• Communicating in Agriculture
• Agriculture Bus Data Analysis
• Agricultural Economics
• Agribusiness Management
• Agribusiness Finance
• Agriculture Safety
• Agriculture Seminar
• Mktg of Agri Products
• Agribusiness Sales
• Plant Science
• Animal Science
• Horticulture
• Precision Agriculture
• Soils
• Integrated Pest Management
• Plant Pathology
• Crop Physiology
• Soil Fertility & Plant Nutrition
• Crop Production
• Agricultural Ethics
• Spatial Analysis
• Water Management
• Forages
• Cotton & Rice Culture
• Weed Science
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Agriculture & Natural Resource Management
• Crop Systems Management
• Agroecosystems Analysis Field Course
• Plant Breeding
• Soil Classification & Resource Management

Careers with Agribusiness - Plant and Soil Science

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of scientific and technical roles within the agricultural industry. Common career paths include working as an agronomist, soil conservationist, or crop consultant. These roles focus on improving crop yields and managing land health for private firms or government agencies.

The business component of the degree opens doors to management and financial positions such as farm managers, loan officers, and grain merchandisers. Graduates also find success in research and development as biotechnologists or research technicians. The programme provides a solid foundation for those wishing to pursue advanced graduate studies in specialised agricultural sciences.