Basic Agronomy

Class Number: FARM 10090132-1 - Basic Agronomy
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-090-132 BASIC AGRONOMY ...this is an introductory crops and soils course. Students will develop a fundamental knowledge of soil and water, nutrient management, pest management, and crop management. Topics include basic soil physical and biological characteristics, soil and plant tissue analysis and interpretation, soil pH and liming, fertilizers and other nutrient sources, pest identification and management, and basic crop development.

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall

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What will I learn?

  1. Examine the environmental factors that affect crop production.
  2. Compare different tillage techniques and how they affect crop production.
  3. Examine different practices and technologies that are used to enhance crop production.
  4. Determine factors that affect crop selection, crop rotation and nutrient management planning.
  5. Examine plant parts and their functions.
  6. Examine practices for the successful production of alfalfa and other forage crops.
  7. Examine practices for the successful production of corn, soybeans and other small grains.
  8. Determine the importance of weeds and their impact on crop production.
  9. Examine the impact wildlife and pests have on crop production.
  10. Assess the proper harvesting, processing and storage and techniques for forage and grain crops.

Class Details

Class Number:
FARM 10090132-1 - Basic Agronomy
Location:
NWTC Green Bay
Date:
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Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
2026 Fall Session 1

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/17/2026 - 10/12/2026 Monday/Wednesday
12:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Green Bay Campus Room ET123

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