AGRI 108 Crop Production

A study of identification, economic importance, and management of important field crops.

Credits

4 Credits

AGRI 108Crop Production

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I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Credit Hours Narrative

4 Credits

III. Catalog Course Description

A study of identification, economic importance, and management of important field crops.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Apply, or demonstrate, an understanding of crop and variety selection based on climactic, soil, and economic conditions.
• Describe field preparation for a given crop, incorporating principles of tillage practices and irrigation techniques.
• Apply, or demonstrate, an understanding of seeding rates, fertilizer application, cover cropping, and water-saving irrigation practices, as well as use of herbicides and pesticides to optimize profit and long-term sustainability.
• Identify methods of harvest for a given crop and make recommendations to minimize harvest losses.
• Discuss post-harvest processes and its impacts on future land planning decisions.
• Identify potential byproducts as a result of harvest for a given crop.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies