FARM MANAGEMENT
Certificate of Achievement Agriculture Business · Cuesta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Farm Management Certificate provides the coursework necessary to gain successful employment as a Farm Manager. A foundation in agribusiness and labor management, soil and plant science, irrigation, and farm equipment selection and operation prepares students for critical thinking and decision making in the agricultural environment.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Demonstrate quantitative and critical thinking skills to support successful farm management
- Recognize the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil and plant materials as pertaining to agriculture
- Apply knowledge of irrigation systems and practices to managing a farming operation
- Demonstrate safe and proper operation and selection of wheel and track type tractors
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 18 | |
| AGB 205 | FARM MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| orAGB 202 | INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS | 3 |
| AGB 206 | SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT IN AGRICULTURE | 3 |
| AGPS 241 | INTRODUCTION TO SOIL SCIENCE | 3 |
| AGPS 242 | INTRODUCTION TO PLANT SCIENCE | 3 |
| AGPS 230 | PRINCIPLES OF IRRIGATION | 3 |
| AGM 220 | FARM POWER, MACHINERY, AND SAFETY | 3 |
| Total | 18 | |