PLT 3760 - Introduction to Urban Agriculture (3)

A survey of plant science methods, social enterprise, and emerging business models for urban agriculture. Emphasis on production, distribution and marketing of food and other products within cores of metropolitan areas. Topics include community and school gardens, backyard plots, rooftop gardens, aquaponics, hydroponics, vertical farming and more. Attention to community devleopment components of urban agriculture. Lecture, discussion, urban farm case studies and guest speakers with an emphasis on Southern California.

Prerequisite(s): GE Area B2.
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once