Farm of the Future

Allen Farm at West Hills College Coalinga

About the Allen Farm

The Allen Farm is the hub of the Farm of the Future educational program at West Hills College Coalinga. Sitting on two parcels totaling 213 acres which were donated to the college by the Allen family in 2001, the Farm continues to grow and expand its facilities and course offerings.

Our Vision

Our vision is to create a national model of agricultural education, specializing in integrated food, fiber, and environmental systems from production to consumption emphasizing sustainable agriculture in partnership with resources in the San Joaquin Valley and the world.

Career opportunities in agriculture are many and diverse-requiring the best talent or our students. Enrollment in our Associate of Science Degree or Certificate programs in Agriculture Science and Technology can be your first step to a bright future.

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Getting Here

Farm of the Future

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Agriculture
October 20, 2022
What do Agricultural Engineers do?
Want to help improve the agriculture industry? A career as an Agriculture Engineer could be the perfect career for you! At West Hills College, our degrees will give you the knowledge necessary to continue your education and start your career as an agricultural engineer.
Career Focus
November 28, 2017
What Can You Do With an Agriculture Degree or Certificate?
Those looking for a reliable and varied career should look closely at earning a certificate or degree in agriculture. West Hills College Coalinga offers an associate’s degree in Agriculture Science Technology and certificates in Precision Agriculture and Integrated Pest Management Certificate.
Agriculture
November 22, 2017
Interested in Engineering? Become an Agriculture Engineer!
Want to help improve the agriculture industry? A career as an Agriculture Engineer could be the perfect career for you! At West Hills College, our degrees will give you the knowledge necessary to continue your education and start your career as an agricultural engineer.
Agriculture
November 22, 2017
Considering Becoming an Agricultural Inspector?
Do you want to improve the quality of agricultural production? Want to ensure that the products that are sent to grocery stores are safe for human consumption? Agricultural inspector will be the perfect career for you! West Hills College’s degree and certificate programs will give you the knowledge necessary to keep others safe and be successful in your future career as an agricultural inspector.
Agriculture
November 21, 2017
Interested in Becoming an Irrigation Technician?
Do you like working outdoors? Interested in pursuing a career that requires working with your hands. Irrigation technician will be the perfect career for you! West Hills College’s certificate program will give you the skills necessary to being successful in your future career as an Irrigation Technician.
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Ag Programs

Interested in studying Agriculture at West Hills College Coalinga? Jump-start your career in Ag and check out the programs we offer!

Ag Scholarships

WHCC offers scholarship programs specifically designed for our agriculture students. If you need help funding your ag education, click here!

Ag Staff

Meet the Coalinga Farm of the Future Faculty

FFA Field Day

If you are an FFA advisor interested in bringing teams to our field day, click here for more information.

Research Projects

Results from demonstration research projects held at the Farm of the Future