CDV 345 Agricultural Development

This course covers the fundamentals of agricultural development initiatives with low-income agricultural producers. Topics include farming systems in global south contexts, environmental sustainability, market systems, policy frameworks, research and extension systems, and principles of agricultural improvement interventions. Students will gain practical experience in area agri-businesses or non-profits. Prerequisite(s): ECO 201, ECO 202, and CDV 310 or permission of the instructor. 3 hour(s).