Agriculture Program

Cultivating Innovation: Agriculture at Arkansas Tech

Step into a legacy of innovation at the Arkansas Tech Agriculture Program. Located on our Russellville campus in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley, the College of Business and Economic Development provides the premier gateway to Ag Business and Ag Educataion. With our 300-acre on-campus farm and state-of-the-art labs, ATU combines rigorous classroom instruction with the hands-on experience needed to lead the state’s largest industry.

We prioritize a student-centered environment where 'learning by doing' is our standard. Whether you are pursuing a degree in Agricultural Education or a business-focused track, our flexible pathways are engineered for social mobility and long-term career success.

From deep-rooted industry partnerships with Farm Credit and Tyson Foods to leadership opportunities in the ATU Agriculture Club and Pre-Vet Club, our graduates are the elite choice for the workforce. Join a supportive, hands-on community dedicated to sustainable agriculture and professional growth. Discover why Arkansas Tech University is the strategic choice for future leaders ready to feed and fuel the world.

Degrees and Programs

Agriculture Business
Agriculture Business

This degree program integrates business, accounting, marketing, and finance to prepare you for a leadership role in the global ag economy, from family farms to international corporate entities and financial agencies.

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Agriculture Business-Animal Science
Agriculture Business-Animal Science

This option pairs core agricultural business foundations with specialized courses in livestock production and animal science to prepare you for the diverse animal industry.

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Horticulture
Agriculture Business- Horticulture

The Horticulture option prepares you for a career in the green industry or advanced graduate study by providing a comprehensive background in all aspects of plant science.

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Pre-Vet
Agriculture Business-Pre-Veterinary

This major combines the rigorous business coursework of an agriculture degree with the specific science requirements needed for admission to top-tier veterinary schools.

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agricultural education
Agricultural Education

This program is designed to prepare future educators for impactful teaching careers and FFA advisor roles in agricultural science at the junior and senior high school levels through hands-on leadership training and pedagogical skill.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Agriculture and Tourism is to provide superior education and experiences in Agriculture and Tourism, building a foundation for personal and professional growth while developing and encouraging lifelong learning.

Vision Statement

The Department of Agriculture and Tourism at Arkansas Tech University will be known for producing outstanding citizens, leaders, and professionals in their field.

Core Values

  • We strive to provide rigorous classroom and high impact teaching practices to prepare students for a future career in agriculture and tourism.
  • We value continued and robust student-faculty interaction through rigorous classroom experiences and high impact practices.
  • We value engagement of students in curricular and co-curricular activities.
  • We value ethical decision making and critical thinking.
  • We value and foster a culture of belonging and inclusion.
  • We value a commitment to civic engagement and social responsibility to the institution, region, state, and beyond.
  • We value the use of decisions that are data driven and values people.
  • We value the efficient and effective use of resources.
Keep In Touch

Dean Hall
402 West O Street
479-880-4352
agriculturetourism@atu.edu

 
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