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Program Coordinator

Kari Richards
707 Bradfield Hall
(607) 255-0660
agsci@cornell.edu

Program Director

Dr. Antonio (Toni) DiTommaso
903 Bradfield Hall
(607) 254-4702
ad97@cornell.edu

Welcome to the Agricultural Sciences major at Cornell University!

Today, more than ever, successful and sustainable agriculture production systems and enterprises require knowledgeable and proficient leaders. The Agricultural Sciences major was developed to prepare students for dynamic careers in a variety of agricultural related fields. Students work closely with their CALS faculty advisor in developing a curriculum that best fits their individual needs and interests. The major also has an applied focus that ensures students acquire valuable practical training and skills. This flexible curriculum makes the Agricultural Sciences major especially attractive to transfer students who were enrolled in agriculture-related programs in other institutions.

Agriculture is an exciting and dynamic field involving a wide range of disciplines. Our major trains students to be broad thinkers who are scientifically skilled, and knowledgeable about environmental and socio-economic issues related to agricultural systems. This interdisciplinary program is for students wishing to pursue a general education in agriculture to prepare for careers that require a scientific and integrated understanding of agriculture and food systems. Such careers may include the production and marketing of plant/animal foods, agricultural education in secondary schools, organic farming, cooperative extension, and crop consultation.