AGRI 100 - Organic and Sustainable Farming

Institution:

University of Delaware

Subject:

Agriculture

Description:

Introduction to sustainable food systems for students with little or no background in agricultural sciences. The history, common practices, regulations, economics, nutritional, environmental and sustainability issues surrounding the organic food industry are discussed within the broad context of sustainable food systems. Students will actively participate in growing crops organically and conventionally on the Newark Farm to develop a fuller understanding of challenges and opportunities of organic farming.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udel.edu/

Phone Number:

(302) 831-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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