ORGANIC & SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE

Contact us for more information:

PULLMAN-BASED PROGRAMColette Casavant, AFS/IPS Academic CoordinatorWSU CAHNRS, Pullmancolette.casavant@wsu.edu • 509-335-8406

EVERETT-BASED PROGRAM Bri Ewing, Clinical Assistant ProfessorWSU Mount Vernon NWRECbri.ewing@wsu.edu • 360-416-5208 PULLMAN & EVERETT

Organic and Sustainable Agriculture graduates have numerous career opportunities, including:

■ Organic Farmer/Rancher

■ Organic Certifying Agent

■ Organic Materials Specialist

■ Organic Consultant

■ Organic Products Purchaser

■ Health Food Store Manager

Jason, 2014 & Margaret Parsley, Animal ScienceOmache Farm

“I participated in a full-fledged Organic Ag. program that allowed me the flexibility to personalize my major based on my specific interests. The quality people I connected with through this program were the most important—many still remain mentors and resources for me today.”

Bobby Butler, 2015Instructor & Manager,Urban Agriculture Program, Highline College, WA

“As a teacher, I am constantly looking through my course materials from WSU—all of it has been invaluable to my current position. As a farmer, the practical and scientific knowledge that I gained from the major has been paramount in the success of my sustainable farm.”

Jaimi Lambert, 2015Growing Roots Farm

“The Organic Ag program at WSU provided me both academic and hands-on learning. It successfully prepared me for the M.S. in Agriculture and the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture.”

● Experience a traditional large campus in the rolling hills of the Palouse region● Enjoy PAC-12 sports● Gain valuable experience working on the WSU Eggert Family Organic Farm● Participate in cutting-edge research on the Pullman campus

ORGANIC & SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE4-YEAR MAJORThe organic food and beverage market is one of the fastest growing segments of agriculture, with retail sales increasing between 10 and 20 percent annually since 1997. The growing demand for organic products has created the need for employees who understand the unique production, processing, and marketing approaches used in organic and sustainable agriculture. This revolutionary new major was the first of its kind to be offered in the United States. Students in this major take a diverse array of courses in the agricultural, economic, and social sciences, as well as a number of courses focused on organic and sustainable production practices.

ORGANIC & SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE

CERTIFICATE IN ORGANIC AGRICULTURE18-CREDIT PROGRAMThe Certificate in Organic Agriculture can be taken online or on the Pullman campus along with a major in another field, or as a stand-alone educational experience. The certificate is ideal for professionals working in agriculture or related fields wanting an in-depth knowledge of organic systems, and current students in other majors at WSU with an interest in organic agriculture.

Multiple Pathways

● Experience a small urban campus● Enjoy the cultural amenities of the Puget Sound region● Work on a variety of local organic farms● Participate in cutting-edge research at the Mount Vernon Northwestern Washington Research & Extension Center

WSU PULLMAN WSU NPS EVERETT

● Scholarship opportunities available● Customize your major for both campuses● Participate in a local or global internship● Join the Organic Agriculture Club● Network with industry professionals and WSU alumni● Expand your global knowledge in organic agriculture and study abroad● Choose from numerous minors including Soil Science, Viticulture & Enology, and Environmental Science

The Agricultural and Food Systems degree program focuses on vital aspects of the global food system ranging from plant and animal production to marketing and education. You will learn the business and science of feeding the world by becoming a skilled communicator, critical thinker, and leader for the agricultural industry.

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Endless Opportunities