CSS 4050 - Field Crop Systems

Fall. 4 credits. Letter grades only.

Two to four field trips during lab periods (until 5 p.m. or on weekends).

R. L. Obendorf.

Principles of field-crop growth, development and maturation, species recognition, soil and climatic adaptations, tillage systems, liming and mineral nutrition, cropping sequences, management systems, nutrition and health, and crop improvement are considered. Grain, protein, oil, fiber, biofuel, and forage crops are emphasized. Laboratory utilizes living plants, extensive crop garden, and computer simulation. Lab report and term paper on contemporary field crop systems required. Designed for professional students or advanced undergraduates. Credit for both CSS 4050 and CSS 2110 (or CSS 3110) not permitted.