The program provides updated knowledge base and imparts required technical skills so that the students may pursue successful career in agriculture sector.
This program covers animal science, food production, horticulture, environmental preservation, basic sciences like Botany and Zoology and other aspects of Agriculture Science. The agriculture sector with its immense potential can provide many career opportunities for candidates who wish to take up agriculture business and other allied activities.
In order to sustain, diversify and realize the full potential of agriculture sector, it would be necessary to develop skilled human resources. Modern agriculture being a highly dynamic process, human resource development in this field is a continuous process that is undertaken by Agricultural Universities and institutions. Agricultural Universities impart education in the various core and allied fields of Agriculture.
Diploma in Agriculture program aims towards:
- Imparting knowledge of Agriculture and its allied fields
- Facilitating study of agriculture forestry, livestock and other allied fields required to raise the income of farmers
- Dissemination of various techniques of farming and farming system in India
- Study of market and marketing of agricultural produce.
- This programme will also help in enhancing students’ employability
A wide range of job opportunities is available for Diploma holders in Agriculture. One can find employment in both public and private sectors. One can also be self-employed which has immense potential for growth.
Agricultural science involves research and development on production, processing, productivity of crops and end products for consumers etc.. Major activities include improving the quality and quantity of farming, improving crop yield, minimizing labor, conservation of soil and water and pest control. Interested diploma holder in Agriculture may opt for further studies in the field e.g. B.Sc(H) Agriculture, M.Sc Agriculture and Ph.D. and subsequently pursue a career in agricultural research.
The agriculture sector is not only about scientific research and development. It provides roles for students with business backgrounds as well.
There are many opportunities in the agriculture sector for an experienced agricultural professional. These professionals may get opportunities in major areas like:
- Food production firms
- Government agricultural firms
- Banks
- Plantations
- Government fertilizer manufacturing firms
- Private fertilizer manufacturing firms
- Agriculture machinery manufacturing firms
Professionals may work as agricultural engineer, agricultural inspector, agricultural ecologist, conservation planner, fishery manager, the plant biologist, water conservationist, agricultural manager, botanist, horticulturist, plant ecologist, etc. Some professionals may also take up teaching in both private and government schools, colleges & universities.