Agriculture
Watch Your Child’s Future Grow
If your child loves nature and animals, this pathway opens the door to exciting career possibilities. Agriculture today goes far beyond the traditional farm — it includes everything from vertical gardens to sustainable urban farming. Your student will explore how modern farming is shaping the future — and how they can be part of it.
Which pathways are offered?
Animal Systems — In this pathway, your child will explore how animals grow, stay healthy, and thrive — whether it’s livestock on a farm or companion animals like pets. They’ll also learn what it takes to care for animals, manage a farm, and understand the business side of animal-related careers.
Plant Systems — In this pathway, your child will explore horticulture and how plants are grown, managed, and used to support a sustainable food supply. They’ll learn about plant production, soil health, and ways to conserve natural resources while developing skills for careers in agriculture and horticulture.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?1
Career opportunities in this field include:
- Environmental science and protection technician
- Farmer
- Heavy vehicle and mobile equipment service technician
- Rancher
1Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications after a student graduates from high school.
ARVA is blazing new trails in virtual education, leading the first-ever online FFA chapter and bringing unique agricultural experiences to high school students. We’re proud to be innovators in online learning.