Soil Science,Fertilizer & Pest

Catalog description

Gain knowledge needed to judge the adaptability of the soil to plants and factors to be considered in determining the capability of the soil. Develops an understanding of nutrients needed to grow plants, fertilizer formulation and application as well as soil testing in the laboratory. Discuss pesticides, primarily those used as herbicides and insecticides and typical concerns from an environmental standpoint. Co-requisite: NONE