Curriculum Program:

PCC’s Associate in Applied Science degree program in Agribusiness Technology is based on the Caswell County Campus, and serves both Caswell County and Person County communities.

Students will learn the fundamentals of agriculture, with emphasis placed on entrepreneurial and field training, as well as the basics of our economic system and government policies and programs relating to agriculture. Students are provided with various levels of course work in the mechanical and electronic field, as well.

Students enrolling in this course and/or program must meet specific emotional, behavioral, physical, and cognitive standards. This information is found in Technical Standards. Students qualifying for and requesting special accommodations to these standards must contact Accessibility Services for more information.

AG Across NC 2026

Ready for an unforgettable adventure? Join PCC’s Ag Across NC trip July 20–23! High school students will travel across North Carolina exploring farms, agribusinesses, NC State’s Plant Science program, the Biltmore Estate, and more — all expenses paid! Discover careers in agriculture through hands-on experiences, farm-to-table dining, and behind-the-scenes tours.

Permission forms are due by Tuesday, June 9 at 5 p.m. to Emily Buchanan at PCC’s Caswell County Campus or by email at [email protected].

Courses

Click to download the Agribusiness Technology- Plant Science Program Planning Guides for course requirements and suggested sequencing.

Agribusiness Technology – Plant Science Associate Degree (A15100PS)
Agribusiness Technology – Plant Science Diploma (D15100PS)
Agribusiness Technology – Plant Science Certificate (C15100PS)

Outlook for Employment

Graduates will qualify for a variety of jobs in agricultural businesses such as equipment, feed, and agricultural supply sales; store management; farm operations; wholesale and retail produce management; nursery operations; and environmental and agricultural education. A program that prepares individuals to manage agricultural businesses and agriculturally related operations within diversified corporations. Potential course work includes instruction in agriculture, agricultural specialization, business management, accounting, finance, marketing, planning, human resources management, and other managerial responsibilities.