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Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

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Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
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 occupations ranging from farmer, rancher, and veterinarian to geologist, land conservationist, and florist.

 

  • Informational document about Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems, including course descriptions and career paths.

  • Informative graphic detailing the Animal Science program of study, including course options and career paths.

  • A document outlines a Plant Science program with course levels and career information.

  • The "Principles of AFNR" are foundational concepts taught in the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (AFNR) career cluster, aiming to develop knowledge and skills related to careers in farming, food production, land management and related industries. Key principles include understanding AFNR industry systems, applying STEM concepts to real-world problems, developing leadership and communication skills, connecting learning with Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects and integrating classroom instruction with hands-on, work-based learning.