Agriculture as a profession is often misunderstood in today’s world. Rarely is the level of technology and innovation present in the profession noted.
West Hills Community College District aims to change that and shed light on the innovative instruction available through the WHCCD’s many agriculture and technology programs of instruction at West Hills College Coalinga and new programs at West Hills College Lemoore.
The short film highlights the precision agriculture, irrigation, and skilled trade programs offered including precision agriculture, agriculture technology, irrigation technology, food science and safety, truck driving, heavy equipment technician and welding. It also highlights the extremely important role Central Valley agriculture plays not just in California but throughout the world.
The 17 minute long film features West Hills students, staff and leaders in agriculture ranging from farmers to water district leaders.
The film can be viewed online for free at https://youtu.be/w7QUb0PxcPs