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AGR 201 - Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture


Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course provides an evaluation of the main goals of sustainable agriculture to include environmental health, economic profitability, and social and economic equity. Students will evaluate management and technological approaches and policies that influence agricultural practices.

Prerequisite(s): Take RDG 100  with a minimum grade of C.
Course Topics:
  • Various soil building and environmental sustaining production techniques will be discussed.
  • Production systems for various vegetable and fruit crops will be covered.

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website
Required Materials:
None
Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F =   0 - 59


Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Implement various soil building components to enhance soil biology and plant performance.
  2. Design and maintain a diverse sustainable agriculture garden.
  3. Produce crops and plants in a sustainable environment.

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2023-2024