Agricultural Business and Technology Institute at Hartnell College

CSUMB Dean of the College of Business, Dr. Shyam Kamath set the stage for the keynote and panel as he commented on the tsunami of technological change that is happening within the world as a function of 1) the pace of rapid changes in technology, 2) digitization, and 3) recombinant innovations. Following a keynote address by Tom Rolander (AgSoft Consulting), Dennis Donohue (Royal Rose) moderated an expert panel comprised of Dr. Bob Whitaker (Produce Marketing Association),... Lorri Koster (Mann Packing), Kevin Murphy (Driscoll’s). Concepts explored included vertical farming without soil (e.g. hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics) and farming with soil/substrate (e.g. stacked shelves, table tops, tunnels, greenhouses, rooftops), computational capacity (including the need for people capable in using, manipulating, and harvesting big data), the Consumer Paradox (i.e. vision of the small family farm versus the reality of sustainably producing enough food to feed 9 billion people), traceability combined with technology land use policies, and green waste technologies. The panelists encouraged students to build their skills in math, business communications (e.g. email, person-to-person, working on a team), attain a black belt in Excel spreadsheets, critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and being adaptable. See more

Eleven agribusiness and food safety students were accompanied by faculty member Nick Pasculli and Ag Institute Director Dr. Susan Pheasant to San Francisco to participate in BrandStorm 2015 which was hosted by the United Fresh Produce Marketing & Merchandising Council. The event focused on agricultural marketing strategies, maximizing opportunities via available marketing channels, engaging in case studies, and building a brand narrative. Our students had the opportunity to... network with agribusiness marketing leaders from not only our own Salinas Valley but also attendees representing key firms all over the United States. The Ag Institute’s iAgriculture program is focused on agricultural career exploration, identification of skills necessary to excel in those careers, and how Hartnell programs of study can lead to success. We would especially like to express our gratitude to United Fresh for the generous scholarships they provided to our students. See more

Hartnell Community College District and the Transfer and Career Center are happy to host the 30th Annual Transfer Day/College Night (TDCN) on Wednesday, Novembe...r 4, 2015 in the Student Center at 411 Central Avenue, Salinas, CA. Transfer Day is from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and College Night is 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Admission to both fairs is free and open the public. Parking will also be free during the events to welcome our community. The Student Center will be filled with over 50 universities presenting information on their programs and student support services; a list of participants is attached. In addition, something new this year: A Transfer Student Workshop Financial Aid (FAFSA) Workshops in English and Spanish AB540/ Dream Act information session Transfer Day/College Night brings a wonderful opportunity for our currently enrolled and prospective high school students to gain exposure to different University representatives from throughout the country, said Dean of Student Affairs-Student Success, Dr. Mark Sanchez. Students learn about the academic programs and services available at a broad spectrum. The TDCN Committee is excited to present this upcoming annual event which brings 4-year universities from the CSU, UC, private, and out-of-state systems to our campus. Students will have the opportunity to connect with university representatives during Transfer Day, while our local high school students will be able to meet with various representatives during the College Night fair. Hartnell College faculty and staff are encouraged to wear their alma mater on this day. Gonzales High School will bus-in their students for College Night. The Monterey County Migrant Education Office will bus-in high school students from King City through North Monterey County High School.

Transfer Adimisison Guarantee (TAG) A TAG is a signed contract between you (the student) and the university you select, that GUARANTEES you will be admitted if you follow the guidelines and meet the criteria designed by the university For further info visit http://www.hartnell.edu/transfer-admission-guarantee-tag

9th Annual Summer Internship STEM Symposium August 22, 2015 It was a success! The work of 93 students was on display. These students were paired up with indus...try professionals to investigate a problem and come up with a solution. We are so proud of our students who are doing work at university level with high caliber. See more

Make sure to join us for one of our Transfer Application Workshops!

Hartnell College congratulates Taylor Farms for opening the new the corporate office in downtown Salinas. http://www.taylorfarms.com/news/our-new-home/