Horticulture & Food Science

Students will be introduced to the fastest growing field in the agriculture industry. This course will include basic plant
biology, landscape design, interior design including elements of floral design, plant propagation, greenhouse management,
hydroponics, basic fruit and vegetable production and basic food science topics including food processing and product
development.

 

A component of this course will be to assist in the school greenhouse, school vineyard, and various landscaping projects on and off the school grounds as well as making flower arrangements monthly.

 

Students will explore the many aspects of production horticulture and basic elements of business management associated with operating a greenhouse. Propagation techniques of vegetables, houseplants, ornamental flowers and herbs will be grown using different production techniques such as soilless gardening via hydroponics, greenhouse management, nutrient management, agronomy and manipulating light and climate controls to maximize production.

 

Hands-on lab work will include field trips, greenhouse work including the growing of vegetables for food science labs, and the opportunity to participate in contests as offered by the FFA. This course is recommended for students who are interested in working with plants, both ornamental and food enterprises (i.e. plant science, landscaper, field crop, etc.)