The fully online BS in sustainable food and farming at UMass Amherst is a good choice for you if you’re intrigued by sustainable agriculture and possible careers in this field, but need a flexible, online program.   

You’ll have the opportunity to design a personalized program of study, allowing you to focus on vegetable, fruit, and animal systems; permaculture; whole farm production and marketing; agricultural education; public policy; advocacy; and community development, among other topics.   

You can also choose to complete a self-designed internship near you to gain hands-on experience. 

This is the perfect program for farmers who want to remain in the field while earning their degree at their own pace. Once you’ve got your degree, you’ll be prepared for the next steps in your career and ready to integrate sustainable practices into your work.  

UMass Amherst also offers the BS in sustainable food and farming on campus in Massachusetts.