Fewer Ag grads returning home

Brigham Young University-Idaho agronomy students Rachel Taylor and Kyle Merrill both plan on returning to family farms. They’re among a growing number of students in the field.

REXBURG, Idaho – The agriculture industry is growing rapidly and, increasingly, young adults and teens are considering careers in agronomy, agribusiness and animal sciences.

Enrollment in agricultural programs at both the University of Idaho and Brigham Young University-Idaho has nearly doubled in the past two decades. Yet, agronomy instructors said there still aren’t enough graduates to meet industry demands.

“The ag market is booming, and there are jobs everywhere – there just isn’t anyone to fill them with,” BYU-Idaho agronomy professor Jared Williams said. Full story . Nate Sunderland, (Idaho Falls) Post Register

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