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Agribusiness has historically been a part of Australia\u2019s social fabric and a major driver of economic growth. The Agribusiness major investigates the past, present and future of agricultural production, and its influence\u00a0on Australia and the world.<\/p>\n

Understand the key role of food and fibre production and trade in the economic fabric of pre-colonial and post-colonial Australia, and the use of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) models to simulate the supply chain processes in the real world. Explore the effective and efficient management of agribusinesses, agrifinance and risk management, and how to tackle environmental and resource degradation issues using economic principles and methods. Use these skills to develop new ideas, products and business opportunities.<\/p>","streams":[""]},{"name":"Animal science","code":"MJR-AGR02","description":"

In the Animal science Major, you will explore the issues that are set to dominate the future of agriculture, including unpredictable water supply, climate change, food security, environmental impacts of agriculture, and sustainable animal production systems. You will learn how science and innovation are critical in developing solutions to these issues, playing a critical role in securing Australia's role as a key food producer in the global economy. In combining studies in chemistry, animal biology and nutrition, disease, biochemistry, and data science you will examine how to sustainably manage animal production in Australian farming systems whilst minimizing the impacts on the environment.<\/p>\n

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Animal health and science - Learn about animal health, nutrition, physiology and biology \u2013 and the role each has to play in safer and more ethical food supplies, farm productivity and reduced environmental impacts.<\/p>\n

Agricultural systems - Technological innovations are continuing to shape and improve the agricultural industry. Learn about contemporary agricultural production systems ways in which you influence production sustainability.<\/p>\n

Sustainable intensification - Learn how agricultural practices can be changed to increase production while reducing impact on the environment, all in order to meet food security requirements of the 21st century.<\/p>","streams":[""]},{"name":"Plant and soil science","code":"MJR-AGR03","description":"

In the Plant and soil science Major, you will explore the issues that are set to dominate the future of agriculture, including unpredictable water supply, climate change, food security, environmental impacts of agriculture, and sustainable cropping and grazing systems. You will learn how science and innovation are critical in developing solutions to these issues, playing a critical role in securing Australia's role as a key food producer in the global economy. In combining studies in chemistry, plant biology, ecology, earth and data science, you will examine how to sustainably increase plant based food production in Australian farming systems whilst minimising the impacts on the environment.<\/p>\n

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Agronomy and soil science - learn how to advise clients and solve problems to improve production, profit and sustainability<\/p>\n

Agricultural systems - Technological innovations are continuing to shape and improve the agricultural industry. Learn about contemporary agricultural production systems ways in which you influence production sustainability.<\/p>\n

Sustainable intensification - Learn how agricultural practices can be changed to increase production while reducing impact on the environment, all in order to meet food security requirements of the 21st century.<\/p>\n

Plant, land and soil management - Understand the science of using plants for food, fuel, fibre and land reclamation and how to address issues in plant health and sustainable agriculture.<\/p>","streams":[""]}], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": true, "instance": true, "indicativeFees": true, "startDates": true }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": null }, "startDates": "Semester 1 (March 2027)", "duration": "3 years full-time", "prerequisite": "", "courseDescription": "

Prepare for a successful career tackling the big issues in farming, food production and farming systems. with La Trobe's Bachelor of Agriculture.<\/p>

Build foundational skills and knowledge in plant and animal sciences, agricultural systems, agribusiness, land and soil management, and sustainable agricultural practice. Get a true, practical understanding with real-world case studies that address productivity and sustainability issues locally, nationally and globally.<\/p>

By completing La Trobe's Bachelor of Agriculture, you will:<\/p>