A shortage of college trained agricultural graduates in the coming years has made the college's programs an important element for the training of agriculturists for tomorrow's world. California State University, Chico combines the best of current and developing technology with appropriate basic science and management principles in a curriculum that provides many hands-on opportunities. Science, technology, business, management, and education are all aspects of agriculture. Students enrolling in the agriculture programs at Chico State may choose to specialize in a single area or focus on a broader curriculum. The classes, facilities, and programs also lend to the success of CSU, Chico's agriculture graduates.
Class sizes are relatively small, creating a personal and comfortable learning atmosphere.
The University Farm provides excellent opportunities for students to obtain hands-on experience and study both modern and traditional aspects of agriculture. The career outlook in the agriculture industry and related fields is overwhelming. Federal reports indicate that the 1990s will bring 10-15 percent more professional job openings in the agriculture sector than there will be qualified graduates to fill those positions. Graduates in Agriculture enter positions with management responsibilities on farms and ranches and in industry, business, and government. Others find employment in agriculturally related careers such as purchasing, advertising, public relations, transportation, inspection, and market reporting.