Agronomy
Degrees and Programs
Scientific advances are changing the way America and the rest of the world raise field crops and manage soil, in turn affecting the trading and marketing of these commodities. Today’s agronomist needs specialized training in advanced agricultural technologies as well as the expertise in processes related to chemical application, seed conditioning, production, quality, and value-added processing.
Agronomy students at Northeast take courses in areas of soils science, crop science, entomology, forages, chemicals, marketing, sales, computers and precision farming (GPS/GIS) to form a strong foundation in the field. We have a 566-acre working College farm where you can develop your skills.
Pohlman Ag Complex Tour
Courses and Program Options
Intern Information
The internship experience will allow you to continue to develop job related skills as an agronomist.
Career Information
Industry demand for agronomists is much greater than the supply, and a degree from Northeast carries a strong, positive reputation among potential employers in agronomy.
Salary Information
Average salaries vary between $21,000-$61,000 depending on chosen occupation and location.
Brandon Christiansen, BC Farms
Ron Coufal, Beef Feedlot Owner/Farm Operator
Brian Coufal, Beef Feedlot Owner/Farm Operator
Ivan Lentsch, Precision Planting
Aaron Sauser, Lindsay Corporation
Jim Miller, Jim Miller Farm
Dennis Smydra, AKRS
Kathy Neidig, Neidig Farms Cattle Company
Van Neidig, Neidig Farms Cattle Company
David Brunsing, Midwest Bank
Kyle Schmit, Manzer Equipment
Dakota Buss, Hefty Seed
Conner Buss, Farming
Jason Kvols, Farm Bureau
Logan McKeon, Wolken Seed
Philip Swantek, Hoegemeyer Seed
Cassie Heithold, Helena
Chance Lambrecht, CVA
Rob Thomas, Farmer's Pride