Sustainable Ag & Comm Food Systems

Instructor:
Krista L. Jacobsen
210
Credits:
3.0
001
Building:
Don and Cathy Jacobs Science Building
Room:
Rm.103
Semester:
Fall 2022
Start Date:
End Date:
Name:
Sustainable Ag & Comm Food Systems
Class Type:
LEC
3:30 pm
4:45 pm
Days:
TR

Introduction to the environmental, economic and cultural components of sustainable food production and distribution in local and regional food systems. The definition, emergence, and growth of sustainable agriculture are discussed along with pertinent soil, crop, and livestock management practices. Emphasis is placed on holistic analyses of current issues in agriculture and food systems from environmental, profitability, and social justice perspectives.

Introduction to the environmental, economic and cultural components of sustainable food production and distribution in local and regional food systems. The definition, emergence, and growth of sustainable agriculture are discussed along with pertinent soil, crop, and livestock management practices. Emphasis is placed on holistic analyses of current issues in agriculture and food systems from environmental, profitability, and social justice perspectives.

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