园艺 and Urban Agriculture
The 园艺 and Urban Agriculture major in the Dep艺术ment of 植物科学 is the branch of agriculture that focuses on the science, 艺术, and business of cultivating edible and ornamental plants. It encompasses a wide range of activities related to the production, 管理, and use of plants for various purposes, including food production, 观赏风景, 药物的乐虎集团, and environmental conservation.
The field of horticulture includes various sub-disciplines such as pomology (fruit cultivation), olericulture (vegetable cultivation), floriculture (flower cultivation), landscape horticulture (designing and maintaining outdoor spaces), nursery 管理 (plant propagation and sales), and turf 管理 (care and maintenance of lawns and sports fields). Horticulturists study plant physiology, 遗传学, 土壤科学, 害虫管理, 植物营养, plant propagation techniques, and post-harvest handling. They apply this knowledge to improve crop yields, develop new plant varieties, enhance aesthetic appeal, manage pests and diseases, conserve natural resources, and promote sustainable practices.
园艺 and Urban Agriculture plays a vital role in ensuring food security, beautifying urban and rural landscapes, promoting human well-being through therapeutic gardens, and contributing to the conservation of biodiversity. It offers diverse career opportunities, including working in research institutions, 农场, 托儿所, 高尔夫球场, 体育领域, 景观设计公司, 植物园, and government agencies involved in agriculture and environmental conservation.
