As the countryside changes so do the career opportunities associated with agriculture and the rural economy. In the past, farmers were only paid for the food they produced. Now farmers must be able to deliver wholesome food and at the same time operate within an increasingly important legislative framework. Agriculture will depend for its success on its workforce, which must be competent, able to work in partnership with other interests, develop markets for its products and apply new agricultural techniques. During this period of change technical efficiency in food production will be of even greater importance for people employed in agriculture, the level of responsibility carried and the skills required, will be greater than ever before.
Opportunities exist within all sectors of agriculture for competent craft persons and managers.
Every year, the agricultural section of the College receives more offers of job opportunities than it has students. Business and management courses at the College are continually updated in line with the changing employment trends. Courses are designed to help students develop nationally recognised competencies and qualifications through a programme of full time and part time schemes. This course is designed for those students who seek a sound course in the principles and practice of Agriculture. Broadly based but shows a strong bias towards dairy and sheep production, together with grassland utilisation.