Agriculture in Australia (AGRI10047)

Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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In this subject, students will explore world food supply and demand, the development of agriculture globally and in Australia, the natural and market conditions that determine the nature of agricultural activity in Australia, along with the key elements of farming and farm businesses that determine how they perform.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who have satisfactorily completed this subject will:

  • Explain the structure and operation of agricultural production in Australia
  • Explain the principal factors that determine location, environmental impact, sustainability, profitability and international competitiveness of agricultural activities and farm businesses
  • Describe and discuss the whole farm approach to analysing the performance of farm systems
  • Describe and discuss how agricultural value chains change farm product to meet consumer needs and wants in terms of form, time and place

Generic skills

A student who satisfactorily completes this subject should be able to:

  • Explain their understanding of agricultural production systems lucidly, both in writing and orally
  • Review and evaluate readings relating to global food issues and agricultural production
  • Participate as an effective member of a group in tutorial discussions, and study groups
  • Work as part of a team to complete a group assignment
  • Think independently and analytically, and direct his or her own learning
  • Manage time effectively in order to be prepared for regular tutorial classes, tests and the examination

Last updated: 1 April 2025