Desert Food Production ,Certificate
Arid Landscapes, Biology, Conservation, Food Production, Growing Manager, Horticulture, Organic Farmer, Science, Sustainable Crops, Sustainable Food
Are you a foodie passionate about urban farming and localism? Learn to grow edible organic plants in desert climates using sustainable practices.
The certificate program in desert food production equips students interested in producing foods locally with the knowledge and skills they need to grow edible plants and navigate the challenges specific to desert climates.
Coursework in the program emphasizes organic food production, sustainable horticultural technologies, green waste reduction, water conservation, maintaining biodiversity and biological cycles, and enhancing soil quality.
Students gain marketable skills that enable them to participate in the growing trend of producing and supporting the consumption of local foods.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Polytechnic
2025-2026 Catalog Year
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This certificate requires 18 credit hours. A grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better is required in all courses.
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ABS 260: Fundamentals of Sustainable Horticulture
4 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 4 |
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ABS 368: Plant Propagation
3 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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ABS 460: Organic Gardening
2 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 2 |
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ABS 464: Desert Horticulture
3 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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No more than two credit hours of ABS 484 may apply to the certificate.
2 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 2 |
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No more than two credit hours of ABS 484 may apply to the certificate.
4 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 4 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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GPA Requirement: 2.00
Incompatible Majors: None
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
This certificate is open to students in any major.
A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Students can advance their career options with an undergraduate certificate.
Graduates who combine the certificate in desert food production with their major program of study may be more marketable to employers. Those who complete this undergraduate certificate often pursue employment in nursery and greenhouse management, food science, or farm and ranch management.
Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
School of Applied Sciences and Arts
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SANCA 233
CISA@asu.edu
480-727-1526
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
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