The Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) Career Cluster® focuses on the essential elements of life—food, water, land, and air. This Career Cluster® includes a diverse spectrum of occupations, ranging from farmer, rancher, and veterinarian to geologist, land conservationist, and florist. It also includes non-traditional agricultural occupations like wind energy, solar energy, and oil and gas production.
2025-26 Programs of Study Guidebook
2024-25 Programs of Study Guidebook
Applied Agricultural Engineering
The Agriculture Technology and Mechanical Systems Program of Study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with welding and fabrication, electrical, plumbing and concrete construction skills. Students can apply knowledge of safe working practices (OSHA) and engineering technology to agricultural problems concerned with power and machinery. This program of study will also cover AWS SENSE (welding) certifications.
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Animal Science
The Animal Science: Veterinary Medicine Program of Study focuses on the science, research, and business of animals and other living organisms. It teaches students how to apply biology and life science to real-world life processes of animals and wildlife, either in laboratories or in the field, which could include a veterinary office, a farm or ranch, or any outdoor area harboring animal life. Students may also research and analyze the growth and destruction of species and research or diagnose diseases and injuries of animals.
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Plant Science
The Plant Science: Floral Design Program of Study focuses on how to handle, care for, and identify flowers and foliage plants, create fresh and permanent floral designs, develop knowledge of sound business management practices, and explore careers in the floral industry.
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Environmental & Natural Resources
The Enviornmental & Natural Resources Program of Study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with the research, design, and planning of engineering or technical duties in the prevention and control of environmental hazards. This program of study may also include exploration into conducting research for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population.
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