Table of Contents

1. The World Of Agriculture.
2. The History Of Agriculture.
3. Soil: The Origin Of Life.
4. Plant Structures And Their Uses.
5. Agricultural Pests.
6. Floriculture.
7. Nursery Production.
8. Landscaping.
9. Fruit And Nut Production.
10. Row Crops.
11. Forest Science.
12. Protecting The Environment.
13. Organic Agriculture.
14. The Livestock Industry.
15. The Dairy Industry.
16. The Poultry Industry.
17. The Science Of Aquaculture.
18. Companion Animals Supply.
20. The Ethical Treatment Of Animals.
21. Selecting And Using Hand Tools.
22. Small Engine Operation.
23. Biofuels
24. Biotechnology: The Future Of Agriculture.
25. High School Agricultural Education Programs.
26. Careers In Agricultural Science.
Glossary English & Spanish.

About the Author

Ray V. Herren has been actively involved in agriculture for most of his life. Ray grew up on a diversified farm where he played a major role in the production of livestock. He obtained a BS in Agricultural Education from Auburn University, a Masters in Agribusiness Education from Alabama A & M, and a Doctorate in Vocational Education (emphasis in Agricultural Education) from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He is currently the head of the Department of Agriculture Leadership, Education, and Communication at the University of Georgia in Athens.

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1. The World Of Agriculture. 2. The History Of Agriculture. 3. Soil: The Origin Of Life. 4. Plant Structures And Their Uses. 5. Agricultural Pests. 6. Floriculture. 7. Nursery Production. 8. Landscaping. 9. Fruit And Nut Production. 10. Row Crops. 11. Forest Science. 12. Protecting The Environment. 13. Organic Agriculture. 14. The Livestock Industry. 15. The Dairy Industry. 16. The Poultry Industry. 17. The Science Of Aquaculture. 18. Companion Animals Supply. 20. The Ethical Treatment Of Animals. 21. Selecting And Using Hand Tools. 22. Small Engine Operation. 23. Biofuels 24. Biotechnology: The Future Of Agriculture. 25. High School Agricultural Education Programs. 26. Careers In Agricultural Science. Glossary English & Spanish.