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Career Area: Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Associate Degree
Program Number: 10-006-5
Approximately 2 Years to Complete
This is based on full-time enrollment. Actual time to completion may vary based on the availability of courses a college offers and the number of credits the student takes in any given time period.
Credit Program
Most credit programs are eligible for financial aid, while most non-credit certificates provide valuable work-related skills on a short timeline. Check with the college offering the program to determine if it is eligible for financial aid.
Average Annual Tuition: $4585.5
This is based on one year of full-time enrollment for in-state students. WTCS tuition is set by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board in March for the following year. It does not include books, materials or program/college-related fees.
Ag student in greenhouse

Precision Agronomy Careers

Recent Wisconsin job postings for this degree:

  • Precision Agronomist: Specializes in applying precision agriculture technologies to optimize crop production and resource management.
  • Crop Consultant: Advises farmers on crop management practices, including the use of precision agriculture techniques
  • Precision Agriculture Technician: Performs systems/ equipment installations and provides technical support for assigned product lines.
  • GIS Technician: Uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to map and analyze spatial data for precision farming applications.
  • Farm Manager: Oversees farm operations, including the implementation of precision agronomy practices to enhance crop production.
  • Agricultural Technology Sales Representative: Sells precision agriculture products and solutions, such as software, sensors, and machinery, to farmers and agribusinesses.
  • Soil Scientist Technician: Studies soil properties and their impact on crop growth, often using precision agriculture tools to collect and analyze soil data.

Median Starting Salary

$68765

Precision Agronomy Programs

Southwest Tech is proud to offer a new Precision Agronomy program, designed to equip students with cutting-edge skills in agricultural technology, crop management, and data-driven decision-making. This innovative program combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience on our newly acquired 80 acres of cropland, ensuring graduates gain practical, work-based learning opportunities. With access to advanced equipment and real-world scenarios, students will be fully prepared to lead and innovate in the evolving agricultural industry.

The Precision Agronomy program is perfect for individuals passionate about agriculture who are ready to embrace the future of farming. If you’re curious about using cutting-edge technology to improve crop management, want to make data-driven decisions, and enjoy working hands-on in the field, this program is for you. Ideal candidates have a strong connection to rural life, a desire to contribute to the sustainability and profitability of farming in Southwest Wisconsin, and an eagerness to lead agriculture into a new era.

Students entering the Precision Agronomy program should:

  • Have an interest in combining traditional farming practices with innovative technology.
  • Be excited to learn about GPS-guided equipment, soil analysis, and crop management tools.
  • Enjoy hands-on learning experiences, including working on our newly acquired 80 acres of cropland.
  • Have a strong commitment to supporting the agriculture industry in rural communities.
  • Be motivated to enhance sustainability, efficiency, and productivity in farming.
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