Agriculture
Our agriculture program and Livestock Judging team have a fruitful history of success. You learn about the agricultural industry, including animal and crop science, agribusiness and livestock production management. Our graduates leave with confidence and transfer to some of the country's top university agriculture programs.
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Plant a Seed at Butler
Explore the hardworking world of agriculture. You receive hands-on experience of crop care with our high tunnel greenhouse and hydroponics horticulture practices.
We have full-use, modern ag facilities, located along the southern edge of our El Dorado campus. The complex houses pasture, corrals, cattle chutes and room for indoor animal management. We also have learning labs and an indoor arena.
University Transfer and Future Career Options
Our program is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of an Agriculture career. Once you earn your associate degree, you have transfer options to build on your Butler experience.
Your Agriculture education can lead you to a future in careers like:
- Livestock manager
- Soil farmer
- Agricultural marketing
Classes You'll Take
These are some examples of courses in our Agriculture program.
- Livestock Judging
- Agricultural Economics
- Intro to Agricultural Technology
Agriculture (Associate of Science)
Get Involved & Experience the Future of Ag
Livestock Judging Champions
With more than 60 champion or reserve-champion finishes at national competitions, our Livestock Judging Team is the result of a dedication to hard work and a commitment to excellence.
Ag Ambassadors
From industry professional presentations to participation in local agricultural events, being an Ag Ambassador provides you with an opportunity to expand your knowledge of modern agriculture.
Young Farmers & Ranchers
As a part of the Kansas Farm Bureau, our Young Farmers & Ranchers chapter lets you get involved in a rich tradition of farming and agriculture.
Coming Soon: Permanent Greenhouse
We are replacing our high tunnel to provide students innovative hands-on training. In a controlled environment, students practice plant and crop development from start to harvest, no matter what the weather is like. Take your classroom rigor and apply it to real crop yielding.
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