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Did you know that agriculture industries employ one out of six people in Iowa? The global agriculture system is very complex and it impacts our food, feed, fiber and fuel. This course is an inquiry-based class to explore food, bioscience and agriculture.
Explore the current issues that affect agriculture from the perspective of both the producer and consumer by reviewing today’s most pressing issues: the environment, the national debt, hunger, international trade, and world health and how it relates to global society change.
Connect with industry partners to explore projects and career opportunities such as Supply Chain Manager, Dietician, Chemical Engineer, Microbiologist, Nutritionist, Food Safety Inspector, Commodities Buyer, Chef, Regulatory Manager, Food Engineer
Gain experience in the area of agriculture and food systems as well strengthening professional, communications, and leadership skills.
This course provides opportunities to explore topics in foods and agricultural systems. Projects will be authentic working with clients to solve problems facing agriculture, food security or food production.
