Course includes lab. A comprehensive study of modern day corn production to include plant growth, tillage, fertilization, pests, harvesting, storage and marketing. A comprehensive study of modern day soybean production to include plant growth, varieties, tillage, fertilization, water, pests, harvesting and storage. Includes management practices and production practices for both cultivated and natural forages. 4 Introduction to the concepts and practices used in the selling of agricultural products.
Course includes time management, sales, planning and sales presentations.
Consent of instructor Soil structure, soil water, and air as they relate to crop production. Course includes lab composition and physical properties, soil classification, organic matter, soil nutrients and fertility management. Course includes analytical procedures, material analysis and result interpretation. An introduction to soil fertility, production, marketing and use of fertilizers, limestone, and soil amendments. 2 A study of terms, the law and vocabulary used in the pesticide industry.