PLT 133/133L - Agricultural Cropping Systems (3/1)

An examination of the applicable cultural practices of world, national, and California cropping systems in relation to fruit, nut, vegetable, field and forage crops. Areas of discussion will include the climatic and cultural requirements, growth and fruiting habits, and varietal characteristics of plants. The production and maintenance of major crops including variety selection, culture, harvesting and processing.

Component(s): 3 lectures. 1 three-hour laboratory.