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Agribusiness (B.S.)

Department of Economics
Agribusiness is designed to prepare a student for employment in various fields, including business finance, marketing, international agriculture, agricultural marketing, policy formation, farm and ranch management, resource economics, rural development, bank, and real estate appraisal.
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Agribusiness Introduction

The program provides graduates with the skills to be successful business leaders in agriculture, food processing, agricultural lending, corporate management, environmental sustainability, and other fields. Agribusiness students receive excellent training from applied and theoretical exercises involving hands-on computer modeling, financial analysis and international trade applications, and economics and business cases.

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Highlighted Courses

If you are interested in Agribusiness, start with one of the following courses:
Financial Analytics
April 02, 2026 11:04 AM
ECON 255
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Agricultural Policy and Trade
April 02, 2026 11:02 AM
AGBUS 310
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Agricultural Marketing
April 02, 2026 11:02 AM
AGBUS 347
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Agribusiness Operations Analysis
April 02, 2026 11:05 AM
AGBUS 380
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Agricultural Price Analysis
April 02, 2026 11:03 AM
AGBUS 430
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Agriculture Commodity Marketing
April 02, 2026 11:05 AM
AGBUS 435
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Agribusiness Finance
April 02, 2026 11:04 AM
AGBUS 440
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Strategic Food and Agribusiness Management
April 02, 2026 11:06 AM
AGBUS 460
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Salary Outlook for BYUI Graduates

Explore earnings data for BYU-Idaho students who graduated in agribusiness-related fields.

1 year

$52,731

Average Salary

5 years

$70,679

Average Salary

10 years

$106,266

Average Salary

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This data is based on outcomes for BYU-Idaho graduates with a degree in this major, using federal Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes (PSEO) data. It reflects actual earnings and employment over time, rather than job market estimates.

Career Possibilities for Agribusiness

Graduates with a degree in Agribusiness have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

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Data Source: Industry and occupation employment and wage estimates are modeled using data from Lightcast, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and other public sources. Figures are estimates and actual outcomes may vary by employer, experience, and location.

Dive Deeper Into Agribusiness

Explore helpful articles about this major, including career paths, skills, and opportunities. Get the insight you need to make an informed decision about your future at BYU-Idaho.

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AgriBusiness - July 2019
Industry Insights
Agribusiness and Environmental Sustainability
August 04, 2026 04:09 PM
Environmental sustainability is a major concern for many entering agriculture and agribusiness. Now, more than ever, a sense of responsibility for protecting resources and the Earth is felt across the globe.
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An AgriBusiness professor and students study a field.
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How Does Agribusiness Differ from a Traditional Business or Agricultural Science Degree?
August 04, 2026 04:00 PM
Compare agribusiness, traditional business, and agricultural science degrees to discover their key differences and find the path that best fits your career goals.
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AgBusiness - June 2019
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Minors, Clusters, and Certificates That Make an Agribusiness Degree Shine
August 04, 2026 04:12 PM
Explore the minors, clusters, and certificates available to agribusiness students and learn how to choose courses that support specific career goals.
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AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

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AI in Agribusiness
You will learn to leverage AI to streamline information gathering, enhance professional communication, and generate innovative ideas for modern agricultural challenges. We focus on using these tools to improve workplace productivity and efficiency, preparing you to lead in a tech-driven industry.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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