Dairy Management Minor

Learn the fundamentals of running a dairy farm in this minor, from caring for the animals to managing the business end of the operation. In addition to courses in animal science, including biology, animal health, nutrition, genetics and reproduction, you’ll be introduced to areas such as agribusiness finance, personnel management and public relations. Combine this minor with a major in animal science, biology or sustainable agriculture to enhance your career opportunities or prepare for future graduate studies.

A minor in Dairy Management consists of 20 credits with C- or better and a 2.0 grade point average in subjects that the minor department approves. Courses taken on the pass/fail basis cannot be used for a minor. No more than 8 credits used to satisfy major requirements may be used for the minor.