PLSCI 3800

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PLSCI 3800
Principles and Practices in Certified Organic Agriculture

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Organic farming is an increasingly important part of US agriculture and the food system. Students learn about the history of organic agriculture, the USDA National Organic Program, management practices used in organic crop and livestock production, and the scientific research on organic agriculture. Laboratory sessions complement lecture discussions with field trips to a variety of organic farms. Students read journal articles about organic agriculture, work through certification issues, and grow organic vegetable seedlings on campus.


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Last 1 Terms Offered 2024SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 5800

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 11298 PLSCI 3800   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person