| Details: This course will provide an interdisciplinary critical analysis of production agriculture as a sustainable industry. Students will engage in an interactive dialogue about technical, social and economic concepts related to sustainability in production agriculture systems. Concepts include, but are not necessarily limited to: sustaining soil, water and air resources; sustaining the biodiversity, environmental health, energy efficiency and economic viability of agricultural systems; sustaining rural communities; and organic farming. Students will also learn about government programs and regulations related to sustainability and will become acquainted with several organizations that promote agricultural sustainability. Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Standing or consent of instructor. (Sp) |