Associate of Applied ScienceAgribusiness
Grow Your Future in Agriculture
Agriculture feeds the world—and it needs skilled professionals. Start your journey with the Agriculture program at Three Rivers College and prepare for a rewarding career in a high-demand industry.
One out of every 10 jobs in Missouri is connected to agriculture, from production to agribusiness and food processing.
The Southeast Missouri region has experienced a 14% increase in agriculture-related jobs over the past 15 years, highlighting continued demand for skilled professionals.
Graduates can pursue careers in:
- Crop and livestock production
- Agribusiness and farm management
- Agricultural sales and consulting
- Precision agriculture technology
- Food production and processing
- Agricultural research and sustainability
AAS Agribusiness
Jumpstart Your Career with an AAS in Agribusiness!
Ready to turn your passion for agriculture into a profession? The Associate of Applied Science in Agribusiness at Three Rivers College is designed for students who want to head straight into the workforce and make an impact in the ag industry.
Gain real-world experience at our 100-acre livestock farm and high-tech Greenhouse lab, where you’ll build hands-on skills in livestock care, crop production, and farm management. Our career-focused curriculum blends practical training with in-demand knowledge in business operations, marketing, ag economics, and supply chain logistics—preparing you to step confidently into a variety of ag careers.
Whether you’re managing a herd, operating machinery, or working with ag finance and sales, you’ll be equipped with the tools and training you need to succeed. With small class sizes, one-on-one faculty support, and a strong focus on workforce readiness, Three Rivers is your launchpad to a rewarding future in agribusiness.
Ag Facilities
The 100-acre Three Rivers Farm houses our TRC Rodeo team, which won a national championship in bull riding in 2022. The Farm is equipped with a 42-stall barn, outdoor lighted arena, state-of-the-art livestock working facility, rotational grazing system, and much more! The Sikeston location includes a row crop lab. Both facilities offer hands-on learning opportunities so students can practice the skills that are needed to excel in the agriculture industry.
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.
