When it comes to practical degrees, there are a plethora of options available, but agriculture degree might not be the first to appear in your mind. It's fine also; because students are not well aware of the prospects and aspects of the degree and above that are not sure in which direction this degree will mould their career. But if you have an interest in the green industry, and are not pursuing the degree because of inadequate knowledge about it, then this read will help you get an answer to all your questions. This will consist of everything with information on what is agriculture field all about, what you will learn, what jobs you might get etc.
What is agriculture?
Agriculture as a sector can be defined as the cultivation of land and breeding of flora and fauna to produce food, fibres, medicinal plants and other commodities to sustain and enhance life. In an agro-based country like India, the agriculture sector is said to be one of the main contributors to the economy and the development of the country. The field of agricultural science is quickly developing and is having large ecological and environmental effects.
What are the subjects included in B.Sc Agriculture?
Each Agriculture college in Dehradun has different subjects as per the diverse course curriculum, but the underlying topics or the core courses which every undergraduate agriculture course include are:
· Intro to agriculture
· Soil ecosystem lab
· Crop pest and their management
· GPS and precision agriculture
· Rural sociology and Constitution of India
· Agribusiness management
· Statistical research methods
· Agric ultural markets and price
· Agricultural markets and prices
· Breading culture and technique
· Principle of Plant Biotechnology
What does one learn from an agriculture degree?
The four years B.Sc Agriculture is an undergraduate course that focuses mainly on agricultural science. The disciplines deal with the various topics in the fields like - Agricultural Microbiology, Soil Science, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Food Microbiology etc. The degree also teaches students to study the practice of farming both in microcosm and the broader picture and in doing so will investigate the moral and environmental solutions to fostering a global population that proceeds to expand. The course curriculum of the course also includes modules such as cropping, pasture sciences and plant nutrition.
What are the benefits of the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture?
· India being an agriculture-based country, there is a considerable possibility to build a career in the agriculture field and thus makes the subject highly relevant.
· Being one of the most lucrative sectors of the economy the knowledge in the field van help you establish your own business in the fields like farming, plantations, cattle rearing, mining, fisheries etc.
· The degree can help one get a job in the central and state Government ministries as agriculture managers/ inspectors, in research institutions, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Agro-Industry Sector etc.
What are the job profiles after agriculture degree?
· Agricultural consultant
· Estates manager
· Fish farm manager
· Plant breeder/geneticist
· Rural practise surveyor
· Soil scientist
· Farm manager
· Animal nutritionist
· Woodland, forest or park manager
· Field trials officer
· Agricultural, countryside or horticultural Journalism
· Sales or marketing in the agriculture sector
· Veterinary nursing
Assistant Professor at Dev Bhoomi Group of Institutions, Dehradun.