Agriculture courses

...with the aim of being relevant throughout the world. This is a module in the Royal Horticultural Society's Master of Horticulture. Conduct preliminary...

...and fifty different varieties. Discuss the history of medicinal herb usage. Compare the chemical components of different medicinal herbs in terms of their...

...Describe and evaluate the type and shape of modern growing structures Understand the environmental control factors within a greenhouse environment Choose...

...it without causing damage, how to improve it generally or how to modify it for the growing of specific crops. Good soil conditions are critical to...

...whilst getting paid a weekly training allowance, and gaining experience in the workplace. Courses are available in vocational areas such as Retail...

...Syllabus Basic Botany Plant Classification Soil Science Plant Nutrition Plant Pests, Diseases & Problems Organic Gardening Weeds Basic Propagation Amenity Horticulture...

...management of all the different activities in production, service, and consultancy. You will gain knowledge of economics, management, regional sciences... Learn about: Rural Engineering, Rural Development Engineering, Industrial equipment...

...reputation for excellence. As part of the degree you can study globally recognised farming practices on the University's own farms. These include livestock production...

...Introduction to Vegetable Growing Understand the planning processes required in setting up a farming enterprise. Select appropriate crops. Cultural Practices... Learn about: Garden Design, IT Management, Skills and Training...

...of agronomic practices within your country and others Discuss what is grown, where it is grown and the diversity of practices used to grow a wide range...

...including dairy stock, and breeding stock. Explain the methods of managing calving operations on a farm. Explain the diagnosis of common health problems...

...Prepare concept plans for cottage gardens Prepare planting designs for cottage gardens incorporating primarily flowers Prepare planting designs for cottage... Learn about: Garden Design...

...horticultural practices, management, plant identification and use, and marketing). Students will learn to draw landscape plans, compile specifications... Learn about: Garden Design...

...and appropriate management solutions for what has been identified Describe appropriate management responses to weed problems, based upon an examination...

...Discuss the nature and scope of vertical gardens and roof gardens in horticulture today. Explain engineering considerations involved with the building...

...varieties of irises. Significant sections are included on landscaping with irises, hybridisation and propagation, harvest, post-harvest treatments... Learn about: Quality Training...

...promotions, signs, customer relations, pricing strategy, labeling, transport, product presentation, and more. Explain different components of the marketing...

...This course deals with the principles of propagation, and all of these methods; as well as materials and equipment. This is a module from the accredited...

...techniques suitable for water gardens and pools. Select appropriate equipment for use with water features. Specify the design and construction of a pond or watercourse...

...their intellect and skills to work effectively with all stakeholders throughout the food chain. These industries are currently in need of graduates... Learn about: Plant Science...