Agricultural Communications Undergraduate Program

Why major in agricultural communications at Missouri State?

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Tell the stories of the farm and a $1.5 trillion industry

Blend the nuances of communication and agriculture into your degree. Your courses teach how you to write and promote with an agriculture focus.

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Know the essentials

Before you spread the word, it's important to know your field. Your general ag courses include plant science, animal science and soils, plus elective options.

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Practice your craft

You'll have courses in writing, photography, graphic design, public relations and digital media. Learn how to compel your audiences with timely, accurate and authentic content.

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Be a voice for agriculture

Lead the narrative. Reshape the brand. Tell meaningful stories. You can can enjoy a wide variety of careers as a communicator in the agriculture industry.

Degree options

Whether you’re a traditional freshman, transfer student or want to add a minor, our program can meet your needs.

Have bigger goals in mind? With accelerated options, you can start on a master’s degree as you finish your bachelor’s degree.

Four-Year Degree Plan

Accelerated Master's in Natural and Applied Science

Transfer Information

Master of Science in Agriculture

Minor

Alumna Spotlight

A media star in the rising

Missouri State alumna Kensie Darst-Todd has a big goal: To be one of the best storytellers or multimedia journalists in the agriculture industry. She's already making big news.

Read her story

Student Organization

Talk ag and make friends

Bond with your classmates as you tell the story of agriculture. You can also make professional connections and gain relevant experience for your career field.

Join Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow

Two students holding up membership stickers they received from the National Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT).

Two students posing with their cameras while doing photography at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia.

Careers and outcomes

Enjoy an agriculture career where you don't have to get your hands dirty – most of the time. If you have a creative side, ag communications might be for you.