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Livestock Management and Agriculture is the ideal program for students with a passion for agriculture and who wish to explore the industry’s diverse and expansive career opportunities.
Throughout their time in the program, students will develop a comprehensive understanding in the study of livestock and large animal anatomy, physiology, behavior, care, nutrition, reproduction, selection, processing, marketing, and more. An overview on farming practices, including crop and barn management, as well as familiarity and operation of farm machinery and equipment ensure an enriching experience for students.
**This program is based in on the MOBOCES Verona campus.**
What Students Learn
The Livestock Management and Agriculture program helps students develop a comprehensive understanding of the field through the study of:
- Safety
- Selection/Breed Identification of animals, including but not limited to: Beef & Dairy Cattle, Sheep, Swine, Goats, & Poultry
- Agricultural Marketing
- Quality Control
- Feeding & Animal Nutrition
- Livestock & Poultry Health & Disease
- Livestock & Poultry Care
- Breeding
- Livestock Processing
- Dairy Foods Production
- Dairy Operations
- Dairy Processing
- Heavy Equip./Machinery
- Ag Veterinary Practices
- Ag Sales
How Students Learn
Students gain hands-on learning experiences and industry skills through:
- Classroom instruction from experienced instructors
- On-campus lab experiences
- Operation of farm machinery and equipment
- Site visits to partnering farms, barns, and facilities
Students are expected to have boots, gloves and weather-appropriate clothing in addition to traditional school supplies.
Career Exploration
This program prepares students for potential careers that include:
- Agricultural Manager
- Barn Hand/Assistant
- Precision Ag. Technician
- Ag Equipment Operator
- Environmental Inspector
- Animal Research
- Agricultural Instructor
- Livestock Nutritionist
- Ag. Sales Representative
- Crop Production Manager
- Animal Reproductive Specialist
Course Credits
Upon completion of this two-year program, students will earn a total of 7.5 integrated high school credits:
- 3 Units of CTE
- 1 Unit each of English 12, Math 11, and Science 11
- 1 Unit of Government & Economics
- .5 Unit of Career & Financial Management
College & Industry Connections
This program provides further learning and career opportunities through college and industry connections such as:
- SUNY Morrisville
- SUNY Cobleskill
- Clinton Tractor & Implement Co.
- Local agriculture & livestock operations throughout Madison and Oneida counties
