Exploring Agriscience - Hardcover

Herren, Dr. Ray V.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0766816745 ISBN 13: 9780766816749

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2000

Synopsis

This full-color exploratory approach to agriscience helps students develop a firm intellectual and skill-based foundation for further career preparations in agriscience. Its easy to follow format accommodates the middle school students need for a broad introduction to such subjects as horticulture, animal science, environmental science, biotechnology, and careers in agricultural-related fields. Numerous hands-on exercises and superb full-color illustrations help reinforce major principles, while highlighted articles, featuring FFA Career Development Events, prepare students for later participation in FFA contests. An instructor's guide, laboratory manual, teacher's resource guide and test bank CD-ROM are also available for this text.

About this title

About the Author:

Dr. Ray V. Herren has been actively involved in agriculture for most of his life. He grew up on a diversified farm, where he played a major role in the production of livestock. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Education from Auburn University, a Master's degree in Agribusiness Education from Alabama A & M University, and a Doctorate in vocational education (with an emphasis in agricultural education) from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Dr. Herren has taught at Virginia Tech, Oregon State University, and the University of Georgia in Athens, where he recently retired as head of the Department of Agriculture Leadership, Education, and Communication. In addition to serving as National President of the FFA Alumni Association, he has served on numerous committees from the local to international level, including a national task force to develop FFA programs for middle school students and the National Committee for Career Development Events. His prolific scholarly activity includes 26 journal articles, 51 invited or refereed presentations, and 12 books and manuals. He has also earned several awards for his commitment to service, as well as UGA's prestigious College of Education Outstanding Teaching Award.

Review:

Chapter 1: The World of Agriculture. Chapter 2: The History of Agriculture. Chapter 3: Soil: The Origin of Life. Chapter 4: Plant Structures and Their Uses. Chapter 5: Agricultural Pests. Chapter 6: Floriculture. Chapter 7: Nursery Production. Chapter 8: Landscaping. Chapter 9: Fruit and Nut Production. Chapter 10: Row Crops. Chapter 11: Forest Science. Chapter 12: Organic Agriculture. Chapter 13: Protecting the Environment. Chapter 14: The Livestock Industry. Chapter 15: The Dairy Industry. Chapter 16: The Poultry Industry. Chapter 17: The Science of Aquaculture. Chapter 18: Companion Animals. Chapter 19: The Ethical Treatment of Animals. Chapter 20: Biotechnology: The Future of Agriculture. Chapter 21: Careers in Agricultural Science. Glossary. Index.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0766816745
• ISBN 13: 9780766816749
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 544