Food Science Business
Are you interested in learning business strategies to support a farm? Here, you learn principles for both agriculture and marketing, such as chemistry, economics and engineering. This dynamic field is full of opportunities in product development, quality assurance, plant management and inspection.
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Blending Business and Agriculture
Gain practical experience in grazing management, agricultural supply logistics and animal procurement. Whether you want to pursue supply management, biofuel, or agribusiness, we have a place for you.
Food Science Is Big Business
You learn the process of developing and analyzing commodities with conceptualization, sales and management plans. Whether you handle products from animals, vegetables or grains, you learn both the science and business behind the food. You’ll also find satisfaction in learning the development and marketing of a food product.
We offer you a dynamic opportunity to understand and locate the available food science business careers. You practice business, food chemistry and agribusiness in our modern facilities with hands-on industry training.
University Transfer and Future Career Options
Our program is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of a Food Science Business career. Once you earn your associate degree, you have transfer options to build on your Butler experience.
Your Food Science Business education can lead you to a future in careers like:
- Food plant production manager
- Quality control supervisor
- Ingredient development specialist
Classes You'll Take
These are some examples of courses in our Food Science Business program.
- Agricultural Economics
- Microbiology
- Managerial Accounting
Food Science Business (Associate of Science)
See the Future of Ag Up Close & Get Involved
Livestock Judging Champions
With more than 60 champion or reserve-champion finishes at national competitions, our Livestock Judging Team is the result of a dedication to hard work and a commitment to excellence.
Ag Ambassadors
From industry professional presentations to participation in local agricultural events, being an Ag Ambassador provides you with an opportunity to expand your knowledge of modern agriculture.
Young Farmers & Ranchers
As a part of the Kansas Farm Bureau, our Young Farmers & Ranchers chapter lets you get involved in a rich tradition of farming and agriculture.
Additional Information
Kansas Promise Scholarship Eligible
Qualified students in eligible programs can earn their two-year degree and have their tuition, fees and books paid for.
