Introduces the discipline of agriculture by exploring problems, issues, and philosophies of its practice through history and around the world.
Considers the importance of crop science and focuses on management of the crop environment, while emphasizing variety in crops and cultivation practices as a means of developing the concepts of field and forage cropping systems.
Examines properties of arable and natural soils, considering their various ecological functions, and studies productive management of soil tilth and fertility, while developing concepts of conservative, sustainable practice.
