West Central Reporter

WIU PROGRAM SPOTLIGH 

This week we are highlighting the Agriculture program! Check out what they have to offer: 

- University Farm a mile off campus – one of the largest student-run farms in the country, providing outstanding opportunities for hands-on experience 300+ acres of farmland for conventional crop, organic crop, & Livestock operations just minutes from campus- Agricultural business is a high growth area - Cannabis minors are very popular, with many employment options in hemp and marijuana production facilities - The WIU Ag Education program has established the highest candidate placement rate – 79% - among all Illinois public institutions offering an Agricultural Education degree program. - The program features student-run businesses such as Leatherneck Meats, and federally-funded major grant research, such as Pennycress Research.

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