Agricultural Production

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
AGRI 1000
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Course ID
200498
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The need to develop sustainable and profitable agricultural systems to meet the demands of a burgeoning global population at a time of major changes in the environment is an important challenge for agricultural science. This course provides a general introduction to Australian agriculture. This course will examine the specific characteristics of the cropping, livestock and horticultural industries in Australia. It will describe the structural characteristics of the industries, outline current best practice management and the recent trends in production, marketing and trade. This course includes a compulsory 4-day field tour during the mid-semester break. The course will complement the Semester 1 course Agricultural Systems IA. Practical and tutorial classes will help develop skills in field crop management, data capture and handling, presentation and written communication.

  • Australian Cropping Systems And Key Components
  • Horticultural Crops In Australia
  • Livestock Husbandry And Production In Australia
  • Farm Business Planning

Course learning outcomes

  • Explain the distinguishing characteristics of cropping, pasture, livestock and horticultural industries in Australia
  • Demonstrate skills in the monitoring, management and economic evaluation of a field crop
  • Outline key factors for livestock husbandry
  • Investigate, collect and synthesise information to present data clearly in written and oral formats
  • List and explain the essential key concepts and terms used in professional practice

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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