Agriculture

Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 

Butte College offers courses that are tailored to fit the individual. Butte College's programs are designed so that the student can earn an associate degree, a certificate of achievement, or completion of the first two years general education towards an advanced degree.

If technology or agriculture is your calling, our Construction Management, Agricultural Business, and Agricultural Science programs offer smooth transfer opportunities to four-year universities. These programs build a robust foundational knowledge by seamlessly integrating theory with hands-on experiences, readying you for future academic or career pursuits.

Department Contact Information:

Thomas Williams, Department Chair

Mechanized Agriculture, Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction, Drafting, HVACR & Advanced Manufacturing

Office: IP-H 104
Phone: 530-895-2496
Email: williamsth@hzjly.net

Nancy Yates, Administrative Secretary III

Mechanized Agriculture, Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction, Drafting, HVACR & Advanced Manufacturing

Office: WM 105
Phone: 530-895-2551
Email: yatesna@hzjly.net

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Ricky Wittsell, Department Chair

Agriculture Business, Agriculture Science, Environmental Horticulture & Natural Resources

Office: LS 131
Phone: 530-879-6194
Email: wittsellri@hzjly.net

Erin Shimizu, Administrative Secretary III

Agriculture Business, Agriculture Science, Environmental Horticulture & Natural Resources

Office: WM 105
Phone: 530-895-2835
Email: shimizuer@hzjly.net