Introduction To Greenhouse Management.

Catalog description

Theory and practice of operation/management of a commercial greenhouse will be the major content of this course. This course will integrate the science of the greenhouse industry. This course will emphasize plants native to New England and agriculturally relevant plants. This four-credit lab science will use the MWCC greenhouse to study the science of the greenhouse including root substrate, fertilizer formulations, the business of greenhouse management, permaculture practices and setting up a native plant nursery. Emphasis will be placed on chemical/non-chemical methods of control of plant pathogens and pests. Lab sessions will be hands-on experiences revolving around and applying the topics listed in the lab section of the syllabus and will include field trips both on and off campus. The lab and lecture portions of this course frequently take place in one of our many outdoor instructional spaces. Students are to refer to the applicable semester’s course syllabus for specifics and expectations. Spring. Prerequisites: ENG 098 , FYE 101 , MAT 092 or MAT 096 , RDG 098 , or placement.