Agricultural Business provides students with a comprehensive overview of the agriculture, food, and natural resource industry through the lens of business, economics, and communication. This course explores the structure and operation of agribusinesses within the food, fiber, and natural resource sectors. Students will gain foundational knowledge in agricultural markets, commodities, trade, cooperatives, and resource management, alongside essential financial literacy skills such as budgeting, record keeping, and risk assessment. The course emphasizes effective communication strategies in agriculture, including public relations, business and technical writing, and marketing. Students will also learn about global agricultural systems, population growth, international trade, and the role of government policies in addressing global challenges like malnutrition and poverty.