Exploring Agriscience by Dr. Ray V. Herren (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Exploring Agriscience by Dr. Ray V. Herren Discover the exciting world of agriculture through EXPLORING AGRISCIENCE, Fifth Edition, the resource that continues to inspire and inform middle school students across the nation. The new, updated Fifth Edition of this respected text combines a strong grounding in fundamentals with information on the latest advances in the field and current opportunities in agricultural education programs. This comprehensive guide will open your eyes to all agriscience has to offer, including soil, plants, and row crops; floriculture, forest science, and landscaping; livestock, dairy, and poultry industries; aquaculture and companion animals; hand tools; small engine operation; and more. In addition, information on topics such as organic agriculture, biofuels, and biotechnologyand an all-new chapter on urban agricultureintroduces you to the trends and developments shaping the industry today, as well as promising initiatives for the future. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography 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 Masters 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 UGAs prestigious College of Education Outstanding Teaching Award. Table of Contents 1. The World of Agriculture.2. The History of Agriculture.3. Soil: The Origin of Life.4. Plant Structures and their Uses.5. Agricultural Pests.6. Floriculture.7. Nursery Production.8. Landscaping.9. Fruit and Nut Production.10. Row Crops.11. Forest Science.12. Protecting the Environment.13. Organic Agriculture.14. The Livestock Industry.15. The Dairy Industry.16. The Poultry Industry.17. The Science of Aquaculture.18. Urban Agriculture.19. Companion Animals.20. Preserving our Food Supply.21. The Ethical Treatment of Animals.22. Selecting and Using Hand Tools.23. Small Engine Operation.24. Biofuels.25. Biotechnology: The Future of Agriculture.26. High School Agricultural Education Programs.27. Careers in Agricultural Science.English Glossary & Spanish Glosario. New Feature 1. The World of Agriculture. 2. The History of Agriculture. 3. Soil: The Origin of Life. 4. Plant Structures and their Uses. 5. Agricultural Pests. 6. Floriculture. 7. Nursery Production. 8. Landscaping. 9. Fruit and Nut Production. 10. Row Crops. 11. Forest Science. 12. Protecting the Environment. 13. Organic Agriculture. 14. The Livestock Industry. 15. The Dairy Industry. 16. The Poultry Industry. 17. The Science of Aquaculture. 18. Urban Agriculture. 19. Companion Animals. 20. Preserving our Food Supply. 21. The Ethical Treatment of Animals. 22. Selecting and Using Hand Tools. 23. Small Engine Operation. 24. Biofuels. 25. Biotechnology: The Future of Agriculture. 26. High School Agricultural Education Programs. 27. Careers in Agricultural Science. English Glossary & Spanish Glosario. Details ISBN1305949706 Publisher Cengage Learning, Inc Year 2017 ISBN-10 1305949706 ISBN-13 9781305949706 Format Hardcover Country of Publication United States Edition 5th Pages 608 DEWEY 630.2 Author Dr. Ray V. Herren Affiliation University of Georgia, Athens (Emeritus) Replaces 9781435439665 Series MindTap Course List Language English UK Release Date 2017-01-20 Imprint Delmar Cengage Learning Place of Publication Clifton Park Publication Date 2017-01-20 NZ Release Date 2017-01-20 US Release Date 2017-01-20 Edition Description 5th edition Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2017-01-22 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137171853;

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