Starting this fall, undergraduates can major in organic agriculture, one of five majors in a new agricultural and food systems degree. Washington State University is the first university in the country to offer such a major.

The aim of the new major is to give students a broad understanding of agricultural systems and the diversity of Washington agriculture, says coordinator Cathy Perillo. A demanding curriculum will give students a solid grounding in basic sciences and communication skills as well as specialized training in organic practices.

The major includes a summer practicum on WSU’s organic farm, located on the east edge of campus. Students will get experience growing, harvesting, and marketing organic produce.

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