Horticulture 4083: Principles and Practice of Olericulture

Upon completion of this course students should:

1. Be able to demonstrate proficiency in the cultural and management considerations of successful vegetable crops production and knowledge of the commercial vegetable industry.
2. Have a better appreciation of themselves and the learning process as well as why they chose horticulture as a profession.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the community food needs of the Baton Rouge community and how to apply one's professional skills for the betterment of society.
4. Demonstrate to others the significance of service-learning by a presentation and journal, and how it affects the student as a person and as a LSU student.