FST 602 - Global Agriculture

Institution:

Chatham University

Subject:

Description:

Examines how contemporary agricultural era is characterized by the simultaneous existence of radically different farming systems within the same region. Course explores prior examples historically and regionally. Focus is then on what makes the contemporary agricultural age different, including respect for 'traditional' approaches as viable 'alternatives'; social and scientific research supporting alternatives; farmers/practitioner awareness of options ;and consumer-citizens driven awareness and advocacy.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Corequisites:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

FST602

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.chatham.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 365-1100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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