Agricultural Systems and Sustainability

Farming

Learn how to manage land and farming systems by balancing technical, social, economic, and environmental considerations.

NZ$1,225

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This course starts anytime

(15 Credits)


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Lincoln University, Lincoln

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Interpret the concept of 'Sustainability' for land management and farming systems

Understand and define what sustainability means in the context of farming and land use.

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Appraise how farming systems impact the environment

Evaluate the environmental impacts resulting from current agricultural practices.

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Examine the role of the natural environment in the management of land

Assess how natural factors influence decisions in land and farm management.

What You're Signing Up For

This course covers the management of land to achieve sustainable outcomes in farming systems. Students will interpret sustainability concepts, consider environmental, technical, social, and economic impacts of farming, examine how the natural environment and society inform land management strategies, and explore alternative farm management approaches.

Course Content

  • Concept of sustainability in land management
  • Impacts of farming systems on the environment
  • Role of the natural environment in land management
  • Society's role in land management
  • Alternative strategies and management for farm systems

What you need to know first

A minimum of 60 credit points from specified courses

Any level 100 course

Any level 200 course

Any level 300 course

Restriction: Issues in Sustainable Rural Land Use, ERST-204

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Agriculture

  • Environmental management

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Farm systems adviser

  • Land management specialist

  • Sustainability consultant

  • Agribusiness roles