HRT 219 Organic and Sustainable Practices - Fall 2014
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Keywords
organic plant production , weeds & pests , USDA organic certification , horticulture industry trends , sustainable practices
Project
IGEN (Illinois Green Economy Network) Career Pathways
Authors
Runyan, Meg
Date Submitted
2013-04-05
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Institution
College of Lake County
Industry Partner
Each IGEN Consortium college has established an Industry Advisory Group as part of their Career and Technical Education program. Advisory Group members contribute to the design, development and delivery of CTE courses including those developed through this TAACCCT grant. The members also provide opportunities for work-based learning and job placements for program graduates.
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 1
Additional Public Access
Abstract
This course explores the requirements for USDA organic certification, the growth in "organic" strategies for a variety of horticultural production areas, the expansion of small organic growing operations catering to local markets, and how sustainability concerns are changing the green industry. The goal of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to obtain a deeper understanding of “organic”, sustainable and green trends in horticulture. Students will explore the science and practices of “organic” growing, as well as examine trends and analyze green horticulture operations and businesses.
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Industry (NAISC)
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services -- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services -- Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (5419)
Occupation (SOC)
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations -- Agricultural Inspectors (45-2011)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences (01)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Associate Degree
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent
Skill Level
Quality Assurance Organization
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