Program Tips

Academic Information

Farm Business & Production Management (FBPM) provides students with the skills necessary to manage the resources used in the successful operation of a farm business. FBPM offerings fall under categories including the traditional FBPM that covers six years of part-time instruction, and Cash Grain Production classes, which are a series of classes offered in a three-year rotation. Courses include group sessions and on-the-farm individual consultation.

Benefits of enrolling in this program:

• Staying current with changing farm technology
• Networking with other producers and industry professionals
• On-farm consultations focusing on producers' individual needs (Business planning, forage analysis, soil sampling and interpretation, nutrient management planning, financial analysis, and animal husbandry, etc.)
• Farm and industry tours
• District-wide seminars and trainings with industry professionals

Who should take advantage of the opportunities in this program?

• Farm producers and spouses (beginning or experienced)
• Farm employees
• FSA borrowers
• Bankers and lenders
• Anyone wishing to further their education in production agriculture​

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)

CPL offers CVTC students an opportunity to earn college credit toward an associate degree or technical diploma for previous knowledge and mastered skills directly related to program curriculum. Previous knowledge and skills may be the result of work or volunteer experiences, certifications, apprenticeships, military experience, and courses completed at other institutions. More information can be found at cvtc.edu/CPL.

Technology Requirements

Students should have access to a computer/device with reliable Wi-Fi at home/off-campus. 

Title IX Pregnancy and Related Conditions

CVTC does not discriminate against any student based on pregnancy or related conditions and will fully comply with Title IX regulations. Related conditions include, but are not limited to, childbirth, breastfeeding/pumping, miscarriage, abortion, false pregnancy, and recovery from these or related conditions. Students who are pregnant or are experiencing related conditions are entitled to reasonable modifications to ensure equal access to CVTC's educational program and activity. Any student seeking reasonable modifications must contact the Student Success and Accessibility team at 715-833-6234 or access@cvtc.edu to discuss appropriate and available modifications based on their individual needs. Students are encouraged to request pregnancy-related modifications as promptly as possible. 

Students with Disabilities

CVTC welcomes individuals with disabilities. We will provide and coordinate reasonable accommodations for all individuals with documented disabilities. Students that might benefit from accommodations during their college experience at CVTC can contact Student Success and Accessibility at 715-833-6234 or  access@cvtc.edu to determine what accommodations they may be eligible for and what documentation may be required.

Last Updated: February 26, 2026 @ 2:43 p.m.