Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Career Cluster
Introduction to Horticulture |
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This one-semester course will explore the world of plants. Students will learn basic plant biology to discover how a plant functions. Labs will include learning about and sampling exotic fruits and vegetables, plant identification, designing a flower and vegetable garden. Students will have an opportunity to grow their own houseplants.
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For students in grades: |
9-10 |
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Scheduling: |
One semester 50-minute per day |
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Credits: |
1/2 credit |
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Introduction to Horticulture Students Study: |
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- Agriculture & Natural Resource Careers
- Plant Science Process
- Plant Taxonomy
- Genetics
- Safety
- Soil Science Concepts
- Greenhouse Operations
- Forestry
- Insects
- Disease Causing Organisms
- Agricultural Issues/Public Speaking
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