Transfer Pathway to Associate of ArtsAgriculture
The Associate of Arts degree with courses in Agriculture is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in Agriculture field.
Our curriculum gives you hands-on training at our livestock farm on how to become better herd managers, including courses that apply general management, economics, finance, and marketing concepts to the unique issues and demands of agriculture. Three Rivers offers challenging course work, close interaction with faculty, small class sizes, and individual attention.
AA Agriculture
Launch Your Future in Agriculture with an Associate of Arts Degree!
Ready to grow your future? Our Associate of Arts degree with a focus in Agriculture is the perfect stepping stone for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a major in the agricultural sciences.
Experience agriculture from the ground up with hands-on training at our working livestock farm and our brand-new state-of-the-art Greenhouse lab! Learn how to manage herds, grow crops, and tackle real-world challenges using cutting-edge tools and techniques. Our engaging curriculum blends practical skills with essential knowledge in management, economics, finance, and marketing, customized for the demands of today’s ag industry.
At Three Rivers, you’ll thrive with challenging coursework, small class sizes, and personal guidance from experienced faculty who are passionate about your success.
Ag Facilities
Where Futures Grow—From the Ground Up!
Step into the heart of hands-on agriculture at the 100-acre Three Rivers Farm—home to the TRC Rodeo Team and a fully operational agricultural learning center. The far
m features a 42-stall barn, outdoor lighted arena, state-of-the-art livestock handling systems, a rotational grazing setup, and a student-managed beef cattle operation. Here, you’ll gain real-world experience by actively participating in daily farm management and livestock care. The addition of the new Farm Credit Southeast Missouri classroom at the college farm will further enhance learning opportunities, providing students with an even more comprehensive, hands-on agricultural education.
On the Poplar Bluff campus, our brand-new, high-tech Greenhouse lab offers cutting-edge tools in plant science and sustainable growing techniques, preparing you for the evolving challenges of modern agriculture.
From crops to cattle, both facilities provide immersive, hands-on learning experiences that equip you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel in the agriculture industry.
Instructor
Mrs. Kathryn Clark is an experienced agricultural educator and program coordinator with a strong foundation in both classroom instruction and hands-on industry application. Currently serving as the Agriculture and Forestry Instructor and Program Coordinator at Three Rivers College, she leads dynamic, career-focused academic programs that prepare students for success in the agricultural and natural resource industries. Her professional background includes more than a decade of t
eaching agriculture and mentoring FFA chapters at the secondary level, along with managing school-based greenhouses and shop facilities.
Raised in a multigenerational row crop farming family, Kathryn brings firsthand experience in cultivating rice, soybeans, corn, and sweet corn—instilling in her a deep understanding of the industry’s challenges and opportunities. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Education from Missouri State University and a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Southeast Missouri State University.
Join the Aggies Club
The Aggies Club is involved in campus, community, and industry activities. The club presents opportunities to help students network, grow as individuals, and provides hands-on experiences.
Contact Kathryn Clark at kathrynclark@trcc.edu for more information.
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Three Rivers College Catalog
Get information about core courses, electives and concentrations in our current academic course catalog.
