Interest Area: Food & Agriculture
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Plant Science and Technology
The study of plants is crucial for the survival of humankind and of the planet. Plant science and technology is the science of cultivated plants and combines the latest in…
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Plant Pathology
Plant pathology is the study of plants, the diseases that affect them, and how external factors influence plant health. Plant pathology students are prepared to find employment in education, biotechnology…
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Organic Agriculture
The organic agriculture certificate is open to all UW–Madison students. This 15-credit interdisciplinary certificate program explores the production and processing approaches that define organic agriculture, farm to fork, individual wellness…
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Food Systems
The food systems certificate is open to all UW–Madison students. This 16-credit certificate program explores the aspects of production, distribution, and consumption of food.
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Food Science
Food science incorporates real-life aspects of chemistry, physics, microbiology, and engineering to solve today’s global and local food problems. Food science students are prepared for careers with corporations, government agencies,…
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Fermented Foods and Beverages
The fermented foods and beverages certificate is open to all UW–Madison students. This 12-credit certificate program explores the science, development, production, and marketing of fermented foods and beverages.
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Environmental Soil Science
The environmental soil science certificate is open to all UW–Madison students and gives a holistic understanding of soil and its intersection with environmental sciences. This 16-credit certificate program provides an…
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Environmental Sciences
Environmental sciences uses the fundamentals of the natural sciences—biology, chemistry, physics, and statistics to understand the environment and find solutions to real-world environmental challenges. Environmental sciences students are prepared for…
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Entomology
Entomology is about insects and their relationships with plants, animals, microbes, the environment, and humans around the globe. Entomology students are prepared to study in a variety of fundamental and…
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Dairy and Food Animal Management
Studying the business of animal agriculture and the biology and management of farm animals can lead to improvements in our food production systems that benefit animals, farmers, consumers, and the…
