Agriculture and Food Production (Co-Op) Diploma
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Campus, Canada
Agriculture and Food Production (Co-Op) Diploma
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Agriculture and Food Production
Program Overview: Agriculture and Food Production (Co-Op) Diploma
The Agriculture and Food Production (Co-Op) Diploma at Saskatchewan Polytechnic is a three-year program delivered at the Moose Jaw campus that prepares students for leadership roles in the evolving agriculture industry. With food security becoming a critical global issue, Saskatchewan plays an important role as one of the world's most reliable producers of high-quality grains, oilseeds, and pulse crops, making this program highly relevant to today's workforce needs.
This hands-on diploma integrates classroom instruction, practical labs, and field experience with three paid co-operative education work terms, allowing you to earn while you learn. Students gain foundational, technical, environmental, and managerial knowledge spanning precision agriculture, AI-driven crop management, commodity marketing, and sustainable land management.
Whether you are interested in working on the land, managing livestock, handling logistics, or pursuing a career in agricultural finance, this program provides the versatile skill set you need. Saskatchewan Polytechnic has a long history of agricultural innovation, from pioneering zero tillage to implementing GPS-guided machinery and AI technologies.
Key Program Highlights
- Three paid co-operative education work terms integrated throughout the program, giving you real-world industry experience and income while studying.
- Hands-on training with modern agricultural machinery and technology including precision agriculture, GPS systems, IoT devices, and AI-driven crop management.
- Comprehensive curriculum covering farm management, business applications, agricultural economics, commodity marketing, and sustainable production practices.
- Located in Saskatchewan, one of Canada's leading agricultural provinces, providing direct access to a thriving agriculture sector and employment opportunities.
Curriculum and Modules
The Agriculture and Food Production diploma curriculum combines technical agricultural training with business management and environmental stewardship. Courses are delivered through lectures, labs, and project work at the Moose Jaw campus, complemented by three co-operative work terms that provide paid, practical industry experience.
Covers innovations in precision agriculture, global positioning systems, IoT devices, grain handling, storage, conveyance, food security, and artificial intelligence applications in modern farming.
Provides hands-on familiarity with the operation of tillage, seeding, spraying, harvest, haying, and other standard agricultural equipment used in commercial farming operations.
Focuses on business applications, financial record keeping, agricultural economics, commodity marketing, Indigenous resource rights, leadership principles, and globalization in agriculture.
Covers crop production, sustainable land management practices, resource stewardship, and environmental considerations essential for responsible modern agriculture.
Three paid co-op work terms placed throughout the program provide hands-on industry experience with agricultural employers, developing professional skills, interpersonal communication, and workplace readiness.
Elective and Specialization Areas
Admission Requirements
Admission to the Agriculture and Food Production (Co-Op) Diploma follows a First Qualified, First Admitted process. This means submitting your application and meeting all requirements as early as possible gives you the best chance of securing a seat. Contact Uni4Edu for guidance on your application.
Academic Requirements
- Minimum EducationGrade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent
- Mathematics RequirementAny 30-level math course
- Minimum GPA60% or equivalent in previous qualification
- Alternative AdmissionApplicants without standard academic qualifications may be admitted through an alternative admission assessment based on evidence of probable success
- Age RequirementApplicants must be at least 18 years old at the start of the program
English Language Requirements
- IELTS AcademicOverall minimum score of 6.5
- TOEFL iBTMinimum score of 81
- Duolingo English TestMinimum score of 110 (or equivalent; contact Uni4Edu for current requirements)
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships and Funding
Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers student awards for every certificate and diploma program at every campus. Awards are funded through the generosity of donors and alumni, with over CAD 2 million distributed annually. Not all awards are based on academic marks; some consider financial need, community involvement, or volunteer activities.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Student Awards
Program-specific awards available to Agriculture and Food Production students based on academic achievement, financial need, or community involvement. Every program at every campus has designated student awards.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
The Agriculture and Food Production diploma opens many career doors across Saskatchewan's thriving agricultural sector and beyond. Graduates are equipped with the technical, environmental, and managerial skills sought by farm operations, agriculture consultants, equipment dealers, and commercial agriculture enterprises.
Potential Career Roles
Types of Employers
Rankings and Recognition
Saskatchewan Polytechnic is recognized as a leading polytechnic institution in Canada, particularly noted for its applied research excellence and strong industry partnerships. As a member of Polytechnics Canada, it is part of a network of 13 research-intensive institutions dedicated to career-focused, applied education.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Research Projects | Re$earch InfoSource | #1 in Canada (669 projects, 2023-24) |
| Research Partnerships | Re$earch InfoSource | #1 in Canada (308 collaborations) |
| Overall Research Colleges | Re$earch InfoSource Top 50 | Top 10 in Canada |
| Agriculture and Natural Resources | Institutional Recognition | Contact Uni4Edu for current data |
How to Apply
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Contact Uni4Edu
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Prepare Your Documents
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Submit Your Application
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Receive Your Offer
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