Starkville,
MS,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The Agricultural Systems Environmental Science major equips students with foundational knowledge for diverse careers addressing environmental challenges in agronomic and horticultural production. The agricultural sector confronts significant present and future obstacles. According to UN estimates, world population will surge from 6.1 billion in 2000 to 8.9 billion by 2050 - a 47% growth. This rising demand for agricultural output presents ongoing challenges alongside well-recognized 21st century environmental issues. Additional concerns involve shifting land usage patterns, contamination, ocean acidification, and water availability and purity.