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Assiniboine's two-year Agribusiness diploma equips students with comprehensive training in agricultural science, business, and technology to thrive in one of Manitoba's key industries. This program addresses the existing and increasing workforce needs in Manitoba's and Western Canada's agriculture and agri-food sectors.
Career opportunities span grain procurement firms, seed and crop input providers, financial institutions, livestock supply businesses, farm equipment distributors, government bodies, agronomy consultants, research organizations, and insurance providers.
Upon completion, graduates can pursue membership with the Manitoba Institute of Agrologists as Technical Agrologists, obtain certifications for Pesticide Applicator/Dispenser licensing in Manitoba, or take the Prairie Provinces' Certified Crop Advisor examination.
Program Learning Outcomes
Combine and implement diverse agribusiness competencies to meet industry demands.
Utilize and adapt field technical expertise according to industry benchmarks.
Create targeted strategies for the agribusiness field, encompassing commodity marketing approaches, sales tactics, livestock and crop production schemes, farm safety protocols, environmental conservation plans, agribusiness proposals, soil health initiatives, and succession planning.
Employ agro-ecological principles and precision agriculture technologies for informed operational choices.
Implement sustainable land management techniques for agricultural properties and surrounding environments.